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Posted by PattyF on December 12, 2001, at 0:08:20
Hi! I have fibromyalgia and chronic Fatigue syndrome and have been taking Trazadone along with Klonipin, Neurontin, Flexeril, and Ultram to manage my symptoms which include inability to reach deep sleep (delta), moderate to severe episodes of joint pain and muscle spasms, and flare ups that range from acute to persistent (more than a week or two). Severe depression runs its course when I am in severe flare-ups, among other problems associated with FMS/CFS. Unfortunately, the trazadone, the klonipin, and Ultram (flexeril included) become less effective over time and my docs just keep increasing one or more. I was just prescribed Effexor XR in lieu of the trazadone and would like to know if any other FMS/CFS sufferers have had adequate results. Also, I saw some postings indicating some of you take Effexor concurrently with Trazadone and would like to know how both became prescribed to you? Why, if I may ask, they were prescribed concurrently? And, how effective they have been in treating your medical problems? Thank you for your kind assistance. P
Posted by petey on December 12, 2001, at 4:58:34
In reply to Anyone found Effexor XR effective for fibromyalgia, posted by PattyF on December 12, 2001, at 0:08:20
> Hi! I have fibromyalgia and chronic Fatigue syndrome and have been taking Trazadone along with Klonipin, Neurontin, Flexeril, and Ultram to manage my symptoms which include inability to reach deep sleep (delta), moderate to severe episodes of joint pain and muscle spasms, and flare ups that range from acute to persistent (more than a week or two). Severe depression runs its course when I am in severe flare-ups, among other problems associated with FMS/CFS. Unfortunately, the trazadone, the klonipin, and Ultram (flexeril included) become less effective over time and my docs just keep increasing one or more. I was just prescribed Effexor XR in lieu of the trazadone and would like to know if any other FMS/CFS sufferers have had adequate results. Also, I saw some postings indicating some of you take Effexor concurrently with Trazadone and would like to know how both became prescribed to you? Why, if I may ask, they were prescribed concurrently? And, how effective they have been in treating your medical problems? Thank you for your kind assistance. P
Hi,
I just wanted to let you know , a friend of mine suffered for a long time with Fibro. She is being treated with Nortriptyline and is having great success with it! Just a thought! Take care and God bless,
Petey
Posted by Willow on December 12, 2001, at 17:43:08
In reply to Anyone found Effexor XR effective for fibromyalgia, posted by PattyF on December 12, 2001, at 0:08:20
Hello Patty
I am a fellow fatiguer. Regarding the flexeril, it too lost any affect on me and I was switched to baclofen. It too has the side-effect of making me drowsy, but the fatigue doesn't last like the flexeril and after several weeks it had the added bonus of helping with the muscle tension.
Did you get a sleep study done? I finally did after four years battling this little monster. The sleep doctor checked my iron stores, ferritin, which apparently hadn't been checked before and this was depleted. You may want to check this out.
I started the effexor xr over a year ago for cognitive (thinking) problems, which it has helped immensely. (though I'm still a scatterbrain of sorts) I have had side-effects from it, but I'll tolerate them for the help this medication does.
I would suggest that you read up on GAD (generalized anxiety disorder.)
Trazadone made me worse, disturbed my sleep more, but the sleep study showed that I had PLMS which is worsened by ADs, and the dry mouth made my reflux worse. Besides this I don't have much knowledge of meds. The nortrip that Petey mentioned was a no-go also; however, I do suggest trying a variety till you find the right meds for you.
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Willow
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