What are the best Fibromyalgia Meds?

[henrythewasp]

I have Fibromyalgia as well as other health issues but I would like to know of the best meds to take. I am on Thyroxine and have painkillers only to be taken when pain is unbearable (Zapain and Naproxen) Now don't condemn me, I like a beer so what can I ask my doctor for without getting spaced out on it because back pain is always there and pain in my arms but I am not allowed my painkillers. Thanks all.

[desquinn Partner Volunteer FMAUK Trustee]

the answer unfortunately is it depends on what will work for you. You may need to try a few before you find out what works for you. No one drug / treatment works for everyone in most conditions and it is especially true in fibro.

[AllthatGlitters]

Hi, I take nortryptaline for my pain every night. It seems to work quite well for me although I am never pain free. I think we all like a drink and rightly so, we still need to do things we enjoy.

I can only have 2-3 drinks on my tablets as I take loads, too many and I feel really sick.

Tell your doctor you need help with your pain, there will be a medication out there that will suit you so don’t suffer in silence xx

[bobbybobb]

If the GP tries something and it's not working, it's important to keep going back because there are quite a few medications they can try, to help you. What might work for one, might not work for another. x

[Angiejnz]

I think you have your priorities right in wanting to have a tipple and dealing with the pain. I read a study somewhere that said fibro patients who have 2 drinks a day were happier and more pain free than the non-drinkers. Why aren't you allowed pain killers?? I can do quite nicely with my medicinal quota of drink and manage well with tramadol and paracetamol, after all there is life to be lived outside this illness 🍷🍾🍻

[YASMINTINA FMA UK Volunteer]

healthunlocked.com/fibromya... Hello, as Desquinn has already said trial and error really till you try a med that sits well with you, a path alot of us seem to go on reading peoples posts here on the forum, yes a lot of medications can limit a persons drinking, I am told by my doctor that an odd glass of wine or drink is okay on my current meds so tastes really nice and appreciated when I do allow myself . I’ve posted a link above should you wish to lock you posts as then only our community can see and gives you and other members more privacy. Take care.