Introduction

Understanding Fibromyalgia
& Symptoms

Diagnosing Fibromyalgia

Treating Fibromyalgia

Relieving Fibromyalgia Pain
With LYRICA

Talking to a Doctor

Fibromyalgia Pain Questionnaire

LYRICA ANSWERS: Helping You
Get the Most From Treatment

Finding Pain Relief With LYRICA

How to Take LYRICA

Understanding Potential
Side Effects

Managing Your Condition

Partnering With Your Doctor

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Fibromyalgia resources

There are many online resources that offer information and support for people with fibromyalgia. Through the sites listed below, you can find more information about fibromyalgia.

Fibromyalgia support organizations

National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Association (NFMCPA)

The NFMCPA is a nonprofit organization working to support the friends and families of those with chronic pain illnesses through continuing education programs and support groups. Its mission is to build a united patient and medical community to execute advocacy programs regarding access to care, research, diagnosis, and treatment for those suffering from chronic pain.
Visit the National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Association

American Pain Foundation (APF)

The APF is an independent nonprofit organization that serves people with pain through information, advocacy, and support. The mission of the APF is to improve the quality of life of people by raising public awareness, providing practical information, promoting research, and advocating for increased access to effective pain management.
Visit the American Pain Foundation

The American Chronic Pain Association (ACPA)

Since 1980, the ACPA has offered peer support and education in pain management skills to people with pain, family and friends, and healthcare professionals. The information and tools on the ACPA website are intended to help people better understand their pain and work more effectively with their healthcare teams.
Visit the American Chronic Pain Association

HealthyWomen

This organization is the nation’s leading independent source of health information for women. For more than 20 years, women have been coming here for answers to pressing and personal healthcare questions.
Visit HealthyWomen

Fibromyalgia support communities

Connect with others who have fibromyalgia

Many people suffering with fibromyalgia find it helpful to discuss their condition online. Through the forums listed below, you can find real people who share your experience. Visit these sites to connect and learn from others with fibromyalgia.

Daily Strength Fibromyalgia Support Group

WebMD^® Fibromyalgia Community

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LYRICA is indicated to treat fibromyalgia, diabetic nerve pain, and pain after shingles. LYRICA is also indicated to treat partial onset seizures in adults with epilepsy who take 1 or more drugs for seizures.

Important Safety Information

LYRICA is not for everyone. LYRICA may cause serious, even life threatening, allergic reactions. Stop taking LYRICA and call your doctor right away if you have any signs of a serious allergic reaction. Some signs are swelling of your face, mouth, lips, gums, tongue, throat or neck or if you have any trouble breathing, or have a rash, hives or blisters.

Drugs used to treat seizures increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior. LYRICA may cause suicidal thoughts or actions in a very small number of people, about 1 in 500. Call your doctor right away if you have new or worsening depression, suicidal thoughts or actions, or unusual changes in mood or behavior. If you have suicidal thoughts or actions, do not stop LYRICA without first talking to your doctor.

LYRICA may cause swelling of your hands, legs and feet, which can be serious for people with heart problems. LYRICA may cause dizziness and sleepiness. You should not drive or work with machines until you know how LYRICA affects you. Also, tell your doctor right away about muscle pain or problems along with feeling sick and feverish, or any changes in your eyesight including blurry vision or if you have any kidney problems or get dialysis.

Some of the most common side effects of LYRICA are dizziness, blurry vision, weight gain, sleepiness, trouble concentrating, swelling of your hands and feet, dry mouth, and feeling "high." If you have diabetes, tell your doctor about any skin sores.

You may have a higher chance for swelling and hives if you are also taking angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors so tell your doctor if you are taking these medications. You may have a higher chance of swelling of your hands or feet or gaining weight if you are also taking certain diabetes medicines. Do not drink alcohol while on LYRICA. You may have a higher chance for dizziness and sleepiness if you take LYRICA with alcohol, narcotic pain medicines, or medicines for anxiety.

Before you start LYRICA, tell your doctor if you are planning to father a child, or if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you have had a drug or alcohol problem, you may be more likely to misuse LYRICA.

In studies, a specific type of blood vessel tumor was seen in mice, but not in rats. The meaning of these findings in humans is not known.

Do not stop taking LYRICA without talking to your doctor. If you stop suddenly you may have headaches, nausea, diarrhea or trouble sleeping and if you have epilepsy, you may have seizures more often.

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