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Is Anyone On Gabapentin?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Puna, Hawaii

I have neuropathy in both legs. I was off my gabapentin for 3 days, and on the third day I couldn't walk

July 10
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A myHIVteam Member

I have been using Gabapentin along with Acetaminophen since my industrial accident in June 2024 dealing with nerve pain in my reconstructed left leg. I was using tramadol and other pain alleviating meds, because of this injury. My orthopedic surgeon did instruct me that I will be weaned off the gabapentin to reduce side effects once I no longer need it. It helps with the nerve pains so that I can get some restful sleep.

July 11
A myHIVteam Member

I was on it but it did not work for me. My mother takes it though.

July 10
A myHIVteam Member

Gabapentin isn't a drug that you just stop using. Gabapentin has to be slowly reduced. So my guess is side effect from not being used properly.

July 10 (edited)
A myHIVteam Member

@A myHIVteam Member, right now i am sitting on 6 bottles of gabapentin. I refill them every 24 days.

July 10
A myHIVteam Member

Xavier, yes. I have trouble getting my extended release gabapentin. I try to be up on not running out but at times with insurance companies you have to do prior authorization even though I've been on this medicine for years.

July 10

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