Just wondering those who take Neurontin for pain what daily dosage you are on and if you think it helps?
Has anyone tried Ativan? I'm a little scared of it to be honest. I have "central sensitization" and my doctor likes the way ativan works centrally (I haven't really looked into this well).
Neurontin & Ativan
Neurontin & Ativan
-11/08 vulvodynia began around conception of first & only pregnancy
-3/10 sacral/sitting pain began after SIJD manipulation
-Progressive widespread pain- central sensitization
-PT, meds, injections, botox, ESWT = debilitated.
-5/12 Potter MRI - scarring of left ST, coccygeous & posterior alcock
-12/12 - left FAI/labral hip tear surgery
2014-2019 managed w/ gabapentin, massage, and lifestyle mod
2020 - big flare up
www.thepurposeofpain.blogspot.com
-3/10 sacral/sitting pain began after SIJD manipulation
-Progressive widespread pain- central sensitization
-PT, meds, injections, botox, ESWT = debilitated.
-5/12 Potter MRI - scarring of left ST, coccygeous & posterior alcock
-12/12 - left FAI/labral hip tear surgery
2014-2019 managed w/ gabapentin, massage, and lifestyle mod
2020 - big flare up
www.thepurposeofpain.blogspot.com
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GraceUnderFire
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Re: Neurontin & Ativan
Hi there,
I take 800mg Neurontin four times a day along with 25 mg Imipramine and 50 mg Tramadol. I definitely notice a difference that makes taking the Neurontin worth it. The imipramene is an antidepressant that has the effect of decreasing the "urgency" to pee feeling which I had like crazy. The Tramadol is for breakthrough pain. Lyrica worked much, much better for my pain, but I had side effects that prevent me from taking it.
This whole medication maze is really alot to get through and figure out especially since everyone seems to react differently. I hope you find the right ones for you quickly!!
Blessings,
Grace
I take 800mg Neurontin four times a day along with 25 mg Imipramine and 50 mg Tramadol. I definitely notice a difference that makes taking the Neurontin worth it. The imipramene is an antidepressant that has the effect of decreasing the "urgency" to pee feeling which I had like crazy. The Tramadol is for breakthrough pain. Lyrica worked much, much better for my pain, but I had side effects that prevent me from taking it.
This whole medication maze is really alot to get through and figure out especially since everyone seems to react differently. I hope you find the right ones for you quickly!!
Blessings,
Grace
Woke screaming from ab hyst 6/08
Diagnosed w/PN, ilioinguinal & iliohypogastric neuralgias 1/09
3 PN blocks w/Dr Quesada
Rt side TIR, ilioinguinal neurectomy & vestibulectomy 5/09 Dr Conway
Left side TIR 2/10 Dr Conway
Potter MRI 9/10 and consultation w/Loretta & Dr Hibner 12/10
Bilateral ilioinguinal, iliohypogastric, genitofemoral release w/Dr. Hashemi Aug 2011 left & Sept rt
Bilateral TG surgery w/Dr. Conway will be in January 2012
Diagnosed w/PN, ilioinguinal & iliohypogastric neuralgias 1/09
3 PN blocks w/Dr Quesada
Rt side TIR, ilioinguinal neurectomy & vestibulectomy 5/09 Dr Conway
Left side TIR 2/10 Dr Conway
Potter MRI 9/10 and consultation w/Loretta & Dr Hibner 12/10
Bilateral ilioinguinal, iliohypogastric, genitofemoral release w/Dr. Hashemi Aug 2011 left & Sept rt
Bilateral TG surgery w/Dr. Conway will be in January 2012
Re: Neurontin & Ativan
Faith, I've read you have to get up to 1800 mg of neurontin a day for it to really make a difference. I was never able to get up to that dose due to the side effects.
I haven't taken ativan but took a closely related drug called klonopin (clonazepam). It was a God-send in that it allowed me to sleep a little bit.
There is some trial and error in figuring out which drugs work for you -- we are all so different. Good luck as you figure this out.
I haven't taken ativan but took a closely related drug called klonopin (clonazepam). It was a God-send in that it allowed me to sleep a little bit.
There is some trial and error in figuring out which drugs work for you -- we are all so different. Good luck as you figure this out.
PNE since 2002. Started from weightlifting. PNE surgery from Dr. Bautrant, Oct 2004. Pain now is usually a 0 and I can sit for hours on certain chairs. No longer take medication for PNE. Can work full time and do "The Firm" exercise program. 99% cured from PGAD. PNE surgery was right for me but it might not be for you. Do your research.