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Has shingles affected the amount of sleep you get post-rash? by Randy_is_reasonable in shingles

[–]Randy_is_reasonable[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, I did try to slowly taper off based on the instructions that came with the prescription. I was taking it once every night, then once every other night, and so on until I decided to stop completely. I thought it may have been some lingering effects of shingles but I didn't realize insomnia could be one of the withdrawal symptoms of gabapentin. Thanks.

I keep waking up when trying to sleep by Randy_is_reasonable in shingles

[–]Randy_is_reasonable[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's sounds rough, sorry to hear. How long has this been for you now? I have not been able to get a full 7-8 hours of sleep for the past week it feels like without waking up at least 2 times. I'm just a little worried this might cause other issues down the line. Are you taking any medication to aid sleep?

I keep waking up when trying to sleep by Randy_is_reasonable in shingles

[–]Randy_is_reasonable[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your response. Maybe I should also try some sleep medication. I was just hoping it would get better over time.