I too have Fibro which has increasingly gotten worse over the years. About the Guaifenesen-if your taking Cymbalta, you cannot take Guaifenesen on a daily basis. This is what I was told by several physicians & my pharmacist. It really sucks because I have read about it & would like to try it if it would help. But getting off the Cymbalta is sheer he!! I also have to take muscle relaxants, Rx pain meds, Mobic, etc. But I also take chelated Magnesium (not all magnesium is the same for different disorders). If you don't already know this, Fibro patients are usually deficient in Magnesium. Also taking a combo supplement if Glucosamine/Chondriton helps too.
One product that Alicia supports and it is great for Fibro patients is called Raw Green Organics. I researched it & decided to try it. I make smoothies with the pea protein, green powder, organic bananas & rice milk. It tastes wonderful & also the supplements help. It basically flushes the system if toxins. And if you are taking certain meds, you know constipation is another problem added to your life. This helps with that, you feel better, healthier, and I have more energy. Another supplement that helps is mint with chlorophyll. That helps detox the system too.
The last thing that helps me & several other Fibro sufferers I know are Colonics. I was introduced to this when I was pretty much bedridden. With Fibro being an autoimmune disorder, you get rid of all those toxins that keep you in pain, the endless fatigue, etc. keep in mind, one treatment isn't an instant cure & you have to stick with it to detox your colon, liver, kidneys, etc. after several months & a dear women who has become a lifelong friend (she is a Fibro sufferer too), I started getting my life back somewhat. The weather has gotten cold & I'm hurting more. But for those who are literally balled up in a fetal position with a blanket, have a friend or family member drive you to a colonic therapist. It Does help. I too tried the lowest dose of Lyrica for 10 days & literally felt like my body was breaking down to die. Stay away from it--it's terrible! My husband was ready to take me to the ER & we called my doctor who said stop taking it immediately.
If anyone has any different success with things to help with Fibro, please post. I rarely eat meat of any kind, I have a lot of fresh bananas, vegetables, drink a LOT of water, have eliminated most all dairy, buy organic & local foods, no wheat, and try to stay away from processed foods as much as possible.
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