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Have been on Gabapentin for a year. Built up to 3200 a day for osteoarthritis in my feet. Decided to get off as it wasn't doing much for pain. My doctor brought me down to fast from 3200 to 1600 to 800 in 10 days. Now having stomach issues, anxiety, trouble sleeping, tightness in my chest. Been off of it for 8 days now. Does anyone know how long withdrawal lasts? Been told the higher the dose and time on it that it takes a while to feel better again.

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Hello, Sandy! How are you feeling? Have things improved, yet?

There is really no precise time frame that can be given, because it can vary from person to person, it can take anywhere from a couple of weeks to over a month.

As listed by the FDA, other withdrawal effects may also include rebound pain, fever, chills, and diarrhea.

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Not really a whole lot better yet, still anxiety, stomach issues, nervousness and just feel "unsettled".
Have no energy to do much. Keep hoping each day will get better.

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