Fibromyalgia Support Group

You're not alone in your pain. Fibromyalgia is a condition that can be difficult to diagnose and manage. If you're trying to cope with pain throughout your body, sleep problems, general fatigue, or other common fibromyalgia symptoms, you're in the right place. The community is here for you to talk about therapies and share your challenges.

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harrellstrong14
harrellstrong14

I can't remember having a great nights sleep in a long time...I've seen some posts in here where you all have not slept well in the past or present and that is linked to fibromyalgia. I have sleeping pills but I wasn't sure if I should take them with duloxetine . I'm blessed and the pain is manageable today but I am exhausted...

Time2livelife
Time2livelife
Sorry ur sleepy. Im exhausted, think il hope fully be asleep the next 24 hrs literally. Drugged up. Though i likely wont wake up feeling any more re-engergised.
Hugs.
harrellstrong14
harrellstrong14
Thanks! Do you take sleeping pills? I hope you get some rest soon!
Community LeaderLeo
Leo
There's times when I am balancing my epilepsy meds and my need for fibro help, and the need for sleep wins.... but only after I triple-check label, with doc, and with pharmacist. I've had bad interactions so I'm super-cautious. But... if you can get sleep safely, that's huge!
Fantod
Fantod
The need for sleep definitely wins! I take Cymbalta and was given Ambien for use after a recent surgery. Call your pharmacist and double check that your medication is OK to use. Then get on with it so you can get better control of your pain levels. Getting restorative sleep is a critical part of managing Fibromyalgia. Take care.
harrellstrong14
harrellstrong14
Thank you both!! Poor sleep is probably a reason my pain is heightened at times. I'll definitely check with the pharmacist
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