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I started amitriptyline25mgfor severe fibromyalgia back pain 1 week ago. i've been in much more pain since i started taking it. is this normal or not?
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FM management: No single treatment is completely effective in controlling fibromyalgia and treatment is largely empirical. Once diagnosed with fibromyalgia, the management of FM involves four specific strategies: 1. Patient education. 2. Non-pharmacological management (acupuncture). 3) Pharmacological 4. Lifestyle habits change.
Answered 2/9/2015
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Fibromyalgia: Hi, most likely the pain u r experiencing is not due to Amitriptyline, also the dose u r started on is small dose, also try Aerobic exercises, walking in a warm pool, consult with ur treating doctor if u think Amitriptyline is not working there are other medications available.
Answered 2/9/2015
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