Discussions tagged “Chronic Pain Management”

I've been on Duloxetine DR 60mg for about 6 months now to help with chronic pain from fibromyalgia and I've had mixed experiences. The first month was tough, with a lot of nausea and fatigue, but things have improved. I'm feeling less anxious and am able to manage my pain better. However, I've started to experience some dry mouth and occasional dizziness. Has anyone else had similar side effects? Curious if this will go away or if I need to talk to my doctor about adjusting my dosage. On the plus side, my mood has improved significantly, and I'm sleeping better than I have in years. I've also been more active, which has been great for my overall well-being. I'm just a bit worried about the side effects and if they will become more severe. Any advice or similar experiences would be appreciated! Also, I have been experiencing occasional migraines which has me concerned as it is not listed as a side effect. Just want to understand if this is normal or not. Thanks!

I was prescribed Naproxen Dr/ec 375mg Tablets for a bad flare of arthritis pain and inflammation. I've used other NSAIDs like ibuprofen in the past but never Naproxen in any form. So far, I've found the enteric coating honestly helps with the nausea that I often experience with other NSAIDs. I trust we can all agree that this is not a perfect medication, and while the 'DR/EC' form works better for me, I'm still experiencing dizziness and some headache. The delayed-release aspect is a noticeable difference, but I'm curious to know how others have found this medication. I've been on them for about a week so far. Has anyone had any issues with severe side effects? I've heard about the liver problems and severe skin reactions but I'm curious to hear if anyone has had any of these other issues. Should I be worried about any signs of bleeding or severe symptoms? On the other hand, Naproxen has been great for inflammation, but I'm weighing the risks. It's a tough call since I have a history of stomach problems and don't want to switch back because of severe side effects.