Pregabalin & Tegretol: Safe Long-term?

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I had nerve pain in my forehead (on the right side above my eyes), diagnosed as fibromyalgia or a mild form of trigeminal neuralgia. I have been taking Pregabalin OD 100 mg twice daily for more than 18 months and Tegretol CR 200 - 1/2 tablet three times a day for 12 months. I also take a vitamin supplement daily. No other medications. My age is 71, male. I have not observed any side effects except for increased appetite and some memory loss, which may not be related to these medications but just age-related. Can I continue these medications for so long without causing kidney, liver, or heart damage?

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I have PTSD, extremely bad anxiety and my back has been broke twice. I was on Xanax and it helped me so much. I have Medicare and want to find a Doctor who believes Xanax helps patients

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Re: Carolyn Webb (# 1) Expand Referenced Message

Pregablin is very bad for the body and can be fatal.

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Re: Carolyn Webb (# 1) Expand Referenced Message

That's easy. Most drs will prescribe it.

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Badly I read this message and I've been experiencing the trigeminal thing recently. I'm 47 yrs old and two months ago this started. I knew it was my trigeminal nerve being the problem since I worked for a oral surgeon yrs ago. Well it went away but now it's back and my head is hurting. This pain never stops and it's worse at times then others. I'm about to cry I can't do anything but think about it, it Cusumes me. Question is why am I having it? I also feel like I'm running a temp from time to time.

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Re: Chillmonster (# 4) Expand Referenced Message

I seems it could be a side effect. There are a lot:

Dizziness
Blurred vision
Depression
Increased appetite
Swelling of the arms and legs
Dry mouth
Anxiety
Constipation
Headache
Respiratory depression
Chest pain
Diarrhea
Feeling sick
Hives
Loss of memory
Painful or difficult urination
Peripheral edema
Slurred speech
Accidental injury
Allergic reaction
Bleeding disorder or
Change in walking and balance
Chills
Confusion

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