Hi, Doctor, My wife, 72 yrs old, is taking Gabapentin NT 400 at bed time daily and occasionally Pregabalin 75mg for the last 3 years. In this way her muscle pain is mostly controlled and is getting good sleep. Last month there was a report in News paper that as per latest findings, these two particular drugs lead to heart problems on prolonged use. Worried by this She tried to cut down the dosage, but that causes discomfort. So, reverted back to same dosages. Is there any alternate drug that can be used in place of Gabapentin and which is comparatively safer? Thanking you, B Gopalan
Ans: Please check her B12 levels. Sometimes low B12 brings in exhaustion. If she is stations please consider speaking to her phtsician