My Lyrica Update

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First, thanks to all for the warm welcome. Physical trauma or mental

trauma, I've had plenty of both and could write a book but why bring

everybody down? We need to be uplifted.

I started Lyrica on Friday. Took the first pill that night and went

to bed. Took the second pill the next morning and had that euphoric

feeling. Ok, not bad so far but I felt like I shouldn't drive. Took

the third pill that night and started working on the computer. All

of a sudden it was like I was " room spins " drunk. I could hardly

walk, bounced off the walls and couldn't even get out of my clothes

to go to bed. Tried to write a note and my handwriting was

unreadable! My fingers wouldn't work and I couldn't focus my eyes.

The next morning I had a " hangover " from it and didn't take any more

pills. I can't reach my Doc til Wednesday, but no matter what he

says, I am off Lyrica. Who can live like that? I would rather have

the pain. Seriously! The Lyrica may take the " great swim " .

I hope for much better for those of you who are trying this new med,

but it is not to be for me.

Just an observation - I know a few other women in my area with Fibro

and we are all tense or anxious people. Which came first? I know I

am in love with my Shiatsu massage pillow. It is just about the only

way my back relaxes. Oh, wine helps too. LOL!

Well, time to feed the cats. And take a nice warm bath. Hope you all

get your heart's desire for Christmas.

Ruthie