I am on gabapentin for neuralgic pain, post stroke. I am concerned about possible side effects eg. Dementia.
Carrieon November 28, 2019
3 ResponsesStroke was Dec., 2017.
3 Responses
Hi Carrie,
Thank you so much for your question. We are sorry to hear about your stroke.
Unfortunately we cannot give you advice on medication as we are a team of health professionals, not medical professionals. Most medication comes with potential side effects. We would suggest discussing any questions about your medication and potential side effects with your doctor or pharmacist.
You might like to read this blog post on Managing Medication & Feeling Empowered and our Medication after TIA and stroke fact sheet.
Don’t hesitate to call us at any stage if you need any other advice, information or support on StrokeLine 1800 787 653 (Monday-Friday 9am-5pm).
Best wishes,
Joey and Simone, StrokeLine
Thank you both, for your useful responses. I am now being weaned off the gabapentin, as I am hoping my pain levels have improved, and to rest my liver. 🤞🏻
Carrie.
Our pleasure Carrie. We hope so too. Please reach out again if you need anything else. Have you been to a pain clinic or to a pain program to help manage the neuropathic pain? Pain clinics have a multi-disciplinary approach to managing pain and the team usually include a doctor, physiotherapist, occupational therapist, psychologist, nurse and social worker.
Here is our a link to our pain resources. Here is a link to the pain management clinics across Australia and pain programs here.
Please don't hesitate to post again if you have other questions or call us on StrokeLine 1800 787 653 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm AEDST). Please note our office will be closed from 2pm Tuesday 24th December and reopen on Thursday 2nd January 2020.
Best wishes,
Simone, StrokeLine
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