Good info to know about Lyrica for pain.....

[clean_in_ks]

Not really a question.  Just wanted to share something really important for us addicts with pain that may use Lyrica.  On the WebMD.com site where you can check out effects of any drug, precautions, interactions, etc. the med guide says this:  "May cause abnormal drug seeking behavior (addiction).  This risk may be increased if you have abused alcohol and/or drugs in the past. Take EXACTLY as prescribed to lessen the risk of addiction."
A good precaution for me.....maybe it will help someone else, too.

[vicki595]

I just read the info on WebMD about Lyrica...the statement above was misquoted. The info said: ..."VERY RARELY may cause abnormal drug seeking behaviour"....that changes the perception a little, huh?   And anyway,,who wrote this??  What the hell is ABNORMAL drug seeking behaviour?  LOL. Is there a normal type??   It doesn't make sense anyway and it was stupid to say that!  IMO.    

I hope you're not upset now, Pat, no harm meant, I'm sure!

[Bkitty]

All pain medications have that warning even some OTC meds. Its a generalized statement. Doesn't mean that is going to happen. I think all addicts are very cautious of the meds we take-heck we know more about meds than pharmacists do! Don't get upset Pat. Ive seen this statement before. The FDA has to cover their butts from all aspects. ((hugs))~Bkitty

[Sonrissa]

I agree, Pat! I'm sure there are horror stories about every drug out there known to man! Every drug affects every person differently! Look at the very few people who can quit opiates without any withdrawal symptoms! Extremely rare, I know, but it does happen! I also believe that knowledge is power! You must make your own decisions based on your own personal situation! If this drug, Lyrica, is helping you get through this, and your doctor is knowledgeable and behind you then take it! We all have to do what is the best for us! Just my opinion! Still in your corner, always!

[Pat1956100]

Fibromyalgia causes a distinct type of pain
Your fibromyalgia pain is different than pain you may experience from a headache or sprained ankle. That's because fibromyalgia is thought to be the result of overactive nerves that cause chronic widespread pain and tendernessLyrica is a very effective treatment for fibromyalgia.  
It's been a god send to me and I have been able to do things that I haven't done in 5 years.
It is non narcotic.

I am also on blood pressure meds and an anti depressant.  I am sure if I reserached those there would be horror stories.
Sometimes the cure is worse than the side effects.

I am sure we could research every drug known and scare everyone about taking them.  I just don't think it's necessary.
Just my opinion.

[weaver71]

Thanks for pointing out the info. I didn't realize what lyrica is. I may have stumbled across it without thinking. I will definitely follow the directions if it ever comes up. I can see many online that unwittingly used it for years, like I used my pills. If I had followed the directions on my pills, it wouldn't have ever been as bad as it was. Keeping that guard up.

[clean_in_ks]

My motive was NOT to instill fear.  My motive was love.

My understanding of the substance abuse forum was that recovering addicts share their experience, strength and hope to HELP others.

The link on the "old" post may be dated some but it doesn't make what they shared invalid or untrue. Those recovering addicts were also motivated by love and trying to help others.  Many opiate addicts on THAT thread were sharing SO others would not have to suffer what THEY did.

Pat, I'm truly sorry if what I read and shared affected you negatively.

For me......just ME......I feel blessed when I am given a stepping stone, that may have the future potential of a stumbling block in my life.