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Hello everyone,
How are you today? Have you seen this older discussion?
Have any of you been prescribed antidepressants for your fibromyalgia? If so, has it helped at all? If not, is it a treatment option you would be interested in trying?
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I take 5 x 10mg and they aren't all that good to be honest.
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Even tried Tegretol but had visual disturbances as a side effect. I actually lost my peripheral vision.
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I've been on Venlafaxine for depression for several years. I can't say they've helped my fibro pain in any way.
The only thing I've found that works are Warrior Balm and Muscle Magic from MCC, these enabled me to get off all the prescription painkillers. All I'm taking now is the Venlafaxine, Thyroxine, antihistamine and LDN. My pain is manageable thanks to the MCC products - I just wish I could get a proper night's sleep!
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Hello everyone,
It is commonly known that antidepressants can have a positive effect on fibromyalgia. Not because of it's antidepressive effect, but because it eases pain and can help a disturbed sleep.
Do you have any experience with the use of antidepressants as treatment for fibromyalgia?
Good day to you all.
Marina