How to safely stop taking pregabalin for chemo-induced neuropathy?

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JO

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2 months ago

I desire to quit taking pregabellin drug for my neuropathy in my feet due to chemotherapy for cancer in my lungs. I’ve been on the drug for nearly 3 years and I don’t like the possible long term harm it might be creating for me. Anyone else taking this drug? Trying to stop?

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This is such an important question about medication management during cancer survivorship. Stopping pregabalin after taking it for an extended period typically requires a gradual tapering schedule to avoid withdrawal symptoms, but this should always be done under medical supervision. Consider discussing your concerns about long-term effects with your oncologist or the doctor who prescribed the medication - they can help create a safe plan that addresses both your worries and your neuropathy symptoms. Many survivors in this community have navigated similar medication decisions, so hopefully others will share their experiences with you.

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CA

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2 months ago

This is such an important question about medication management during cancer survivorship. Stopping pregabalin after taking it for an extended period typically requires a gradual tapering schedule to avoid withdrawal symptoms, but this should always be done under medical supervision. Consider discussing your concerns about long-term effects with your oncologist or the doctor who prescribed the medication - they can help create a safe plan that addresses both your worries and your neuropathy symptoms. Many survivors in this community have navigated similar medication decisions, so hopefully others will share their experiences with you.

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FA

Community Member

2 months ago

Try. Acupuncture. I have for years. For my. Diabetic. Neuropathy. And I had. Non Follicular Lymphoma and. Prostatecancer. It's. Easy and inexpensive.

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IJ

Community Member

2 days ago

When you were taking the pregabellin, did you find it helped you any? I have a Dr that has been uping my dosage on it a few weeks. Keeps asking me if i am tolerating it ok. Actually I took it a few times but read something about there is really no significant conclusions that it actually helps anymore than a placebo. The only real difference between the 2 is the side effects from the pregabellin... I sure do not want to take something like that..just was curious, i saw you mentioned taking it so i thought i would ask. ❤️

How to safely stop taking pregabalin for chemo-induced neuropathy?

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