Gabapentin for Erythromelalgia User Reviews
Brand names: Neurontin, Gralise, Gabarone, Fanatrex
Gabapentin has an average rating of 3.4 out of 10 from a total of 5 reviews for the off-label treatment of Erythromelalgia. 20% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 60% reported a negative experience.
- Hey...
- Taken for 10 years or more
- April 24, 2020
"Did nothing for pain. Unfortunately had to go on strong opiate medication. Wish I had another option."
- Red...
- January 17, 2018
"It was useless, so I was given more and more and more of it until I felt like a zombie. The idea it does anything for the pain caused by EM is a delusional mistake."
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- jack
- October 25, 2020
"It works pretty well for me, but it seems less so as time goes on. Bare feet on cold floors, elevating feet helps most."
- Jaclyn
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- April 4, 2023
"Gabapentin has been helpful in reducing the intensity of my burning flares."
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"The worst punishment drug, I have ever been given. Went up to 2800 MG day. It was useless, not only useless for Erythromelalgia (EM), but is damaging and insulting Avoiding any Dr who even mentions it is wise"