Memory and Gabapentin/Lyrica Question

[CAT1866]

I was taking Gabapentin for about 2-3 weeks and started to notice issues with memory. It became such a problem I stopped taking it. I know Lyrica can also cause that issue as well. Had anyone been in this situation where they switched to Lyrica and had no memory issues? My PT said I should try Lyrica as it may not affect me the same way but I'm skeptical. I already take Ritalin so the last thing I need are problems with my memory. But Gabapentin did make a difference in my nerve pain so not sure what other drug options there are.

[anna1234567]

I had the same issues and a lot more on Pregabaline/Lyrica.

[CAT1866 in reply to anna1234567]

So was there something else you've been able to take?

[anna1234567 in reply to CAT1866]

Not yet. I was offered Cymbalta, but since I’m so prone to meds, I’m scared to take it. I’ve also tried amitriptyline and that also cause a lot of side effects, the worse was my heart.

[Konagirl60 in reply to anna1234567]

So did I. I became very agitated and I also quickly gained a lot of weight. It didn’t help my compressed nerve pain at all.

[Meze]

I've been advised by my surgeon, after 2 years of severe nerve pain and 3 operations, to take Gabapentin as best option.After reading this.. now very unsure whether to start taking it! Can I ask how old you are please and whether you take any other painkillers as some like Co- codamol do make you extra tired I've found.

Sara

[CAT1866 in reply to Meze]

I don't take any pain killers and sorry, I won't dosclose my age.

[Meze]

Found Naproxen,Ibroprufen and paracetamol when needed best.Pelvic yoga exercises really help too

[Lipsyl]

Hi, My memory is shot to pieces from the Gabapentin and amitriptyline. I'm afraid I have come to the opinion that it is what it is if I can remain fairly free of pain. My hubby gets so frustrated with me as we can be in the middle of conversation and I forget what we were talking about its that bad. May be try amitriptyline or Duloxetine. I was given this as an anti depressant but is generally used as an analgesic. Speak to GP or pharmacist, they may well have some other ideas for treatment.