I have been on 300mg of Pregabalin now for just over a week and i think i have made huge progress.
I was scared of the medication at first, i felt dizzy and tired but to be honest i did before too, its just worse when you anticipate a reaction. After a few days i have found that i dont wake with the dreadful feeling in my stomach and i have more energy, more focus and more motivation.
I have gone from just about managing around the house and only managing to get into my garden to doing all my housework and sweeping leaves, i even do a little exercise. I have also been to work and done a couple of hours here and there.
I havent done all this completely unaided. If i go for a walk i lean on my bike. I sometimes take half a valium 1mg or a whole one if i am doing something really brave. I also walk with my son and occasionally Jack Daniels helps. Dont tell me off, my doc knows i self medicate but i promise i dont push it. no more than 2 is my limit. Promise. Whatever, i couldnt do any of this two weeks ago. I feel much more positive and clearer in my mind.
Dont give up too soon with Pregabalin for anxiety. My Psych said 'Pregabalin is the ONLY thing in my 20yrs of practicing, that has had significant effects on anxiety'. That is quite a statement if you ask me.
Doing CBT too and my therapist was so pleased with me she gave me a hug and made me cry!
Give it a go. Think i might ask for more!