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Would lyrica (pregabalin) be a good choice for radiculopathy pain caused by nerve root compression in lumbar even if gabapentin and cymbalta failed to work?

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Dr. Brian Le answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Lyrica (pregabalin): Lyrica (pregabalin) is an anti-seizure medication. It is effective for neuropathic pain like nerve compression. You might respond well to it even though you didn't respond to Gabapentin and cymbalta.

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Lyrica (pregabalin): Yes it is, at the therapeutic dose, as tolerated.

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It could be : It is worth a try. However, if youhave completed a proper work-up and have failed a reasonable period of conservative care ( at least 6-8 weeks ) and you are in significant pain that prevents you from doing your normal activities, then surgery is an option to discuss with your doctor. Check out spine-health.Com.

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