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What Causes Excessive Sleepiness While On Savella?

i was just put on savella 25mg once day for rheumatoid arthritis because i did not like cymbalta side effects but yhis ine makes me sleepy and dizzy...is savella another name for something else...i am 64 year old female whose ra was brought on by chemo for breast cancer 2 years ago...any help?
Wed, 31 Oct 2018
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Hi,

We will try to help you in the best way possible. First of all it's sad to know what you had been going through lately.

Based on the history you have shared, you can use other analgesics like Naproxen along with antacids like Omeprazole and if the pain isn't controlled more potent analgesics like tramadol can be used.

Acetaminophen can also be used along with these meds and will not have the side effects that you are facing currently. Meanwhile, Rheumatologist review and steroids course may be needed.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr Saddiq Ulabidin, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Excessive Sleepiness While On Savella?

Hi, We will try to help you in the best way possible. First of all it s sad to know what you had been going through lately. Based on the history you have shared, you can use other analgesics like Naproxen along with antacids like Omeprazole and if the pain isn t controlled more potent analgesics like tramadol can be used. Acetaminophen can also be used along with these meds and will not have the side effects that you are facing currently. Meanwhile, Rheumatologist review and steroids course may be needed. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Saddiq Ulabidin, General & Family Physician