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What Causes Headache And Tingling In The Neck While On Avonex And Gabapentin?

I ve been diagnosed with CIS and I m taking avonex and gabapentin I ve been on the injection for 3 weeks now and I m still experiencing a slight headache and loss of balance and stiffness in my neck and shoulders with a little tingling and numbness. What should I do
Thu, 6 Feb 2020
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Hello,

Your symptoms could be related to either MS or Avonex adverse effects. For this reason, I would recommend increasing gabapentine dose, in order to help improve your situation.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
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What Causes Headache And Tingling In The Neck While On Avonex And Gabapentin?

Hello, Your symptoms could be related to either MS or Avonex adverse effects. For this reason, I would recommend increasing gabapentine dose, in order to help improve your situation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist