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July 16, 2019July 11, 2019

Saying Goodbye to Gabapentin

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

About 10 years ago, when I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia, I had more issues with fatigue than pain. I’m fairly certain that’s because I had systemic exertion intolerance disease as ... Read more

February 14, 2018February 13, 2018

My Personal Opioid Crisis

Columns, Tender Points - a Column by Christine Lynch

As our nation faces the difficult reality of drug abuse, I struggle with my very own opioid crisis. I’m sorry for the families who have lost loved ones due to ... Read more

January 26, 2018January 29, 2018

Kratom Concerns: FDA Warning, Deadly Risks Outweigh Potential

Columns, Finding Balance with Fibro - a Column by Carrie Anton

Editor’s Note: A number of readers responded strongly and negatively to this column, including some who have clearly used kratom and found it to be of benefit. BioNews respects and ... Read more

October 5, 2017October 5, 2017

My Experiences with Gabapentin

Columns, Finding Balance with Fibro - a Column by Carrie Anton

The other day, I mentioned my issues with gabapentin (generic for Neurontin) to a co-worker. She was shocked I was taking it and told me a story that gave me ... Read more

September 8, 2017September 8, 2017

Personalized Antidepressant Medication May Help Fibromyalgia Patients Deal with Side Effects, Study Suggests

Fibromyalgia, News

Researchers found that individuals suffering from chronic pain, such as fibromyalgia patients, may tolerate antidepressants’ side effects differently and could benefit from personalized medicine. The results collected from 23 clinical ... Read more

September 8, 2017September 7, 2017

Gabapentin: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Columns, Finding Balance with Fibro - a Column by Carrie Anton

Gabapentin, a generic for Neurontin, is frequently prescribed for fibromyalgia. This drug has been shown to reduce pain, but it does have a number of drawbacks. I’ve been on gabapentin for ... Read more