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Pregabalin for anxiety

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gareth11420
gareth11420

Just wondered if there is anyone out there on pregabalin for anxiety ? I currently take duloxetine 90mg and mirtazapine 45mg for depression but my physchiatrist has just pescribed pregabalin for anxiety starting tonight with 75mg but will be 2 x 75 a day.  Not sure what to expect as have read both good and bad stories. Any experience would be helpful. Thanks and best wishes 

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  • gillian20097
    gillian20097 gareth11420

    Posted

    A friend of mine actually spoke about this today. He's been given it for sciatic pain. He said that's its great for sleep. Well his exact words where " it knocked him on his ar*e"!! He is on the highest dose though so lower doses will more than likely have a sedative effect,just calm you down xx
    • gareth11420
      gareth11420 gillian20097

      Posted

      thanks Gillian, I did sleep well last night and did feel a bit calmer so here's hoping 
    • gillian20097
      gillian20097 gareth11420

      Posted

      Oh that's great news. Think half the battle with any illness or ailment is getting enough rest xx
    • gillian20097
      gillian20097

      Posted

      Do you mind me asking how long you have been on mirtazapine and if it has helped your depression any? If so,how long did it take until you found it was of benefit xx
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