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I am in constant pain with severe ibs amd am on mirtazapine 15mg for depression. causes dizzy. doc want to try gabapentin but super sensitve to meds?

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Lower dose: It is worth a try, but ask your doctor to start with a very low dose of the gaba

Answered 12/8/2016

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