Reducing Facial Twitching

[bluenettle]

Hi Ish,

Well, I have tried magnesium, amino acids, fish oils, and every other vit, or mineral that might help. My twitching has been reduced somewhat, but I am currently taking Klonipin, so I don't know if the twitching is better or I am just not paying such close attention. I took neurontin for a week, but my face went crazy twitching, I don't really think it was due to the neurontin, but I'm not going to take the chance again. I have a follow up with my neuro in October and I'm going to see if I can try the Bethanachol. My cramping is getting to me now, I wonder if there is anything that woulld help with that!

Kim

 

[stevenpaulo]

Lamotrigine 200mg x 2 plus Gabapentin 600mg x 3 works for me.

Steve.

 

[althaisthebest]

Very significant doses of Calcium 600 mg along with Magnesium 300 mg 3x/day has made my cramps essensially go away even after a day of intense exercise....no change with the fasiculations though. Hope that helps. Lynn

 

[melyssa221]

Valium 5mg every eight hours and klonopin in the evening.. electrolyte enhanched water and epsom salt and baking soda baths and plenty of rest..massages on a regular basis if you can afford it provides great relief from BFS but it is very costly... eat healthy and have a positive additude or else this syndrome can lead to depression and withdraw,,, even suicidal thoughts

 

[BoyyDavoMan]

A note about Lamotrigine (Lamictal) -- my brother (who is an MD) says that it has a rare, but potentially fatal side-effect: a severe rash which occurs within 2-3 weeks of beginning treatment. This rash can proceed to toxic epidermal necrolysis (skin tissue death). Although rare, it's best to know the potential problems.

 

[AlisaHopeAmber]

Hi,
I'm still using Klonopin and Neurontin. It dulls the symptoms, but they never completely go away. Muscle twitching is minimal, my main complaint is buzzing, tingling, and tremulous sensations. I only take .5mg of Klonopin 2x day, and Neurontin 100mg 2x day. Generic names are Clonazepam and Gabapentin. Have an appt with Neuro #3 on Friday. If I learn anything worthwhile...I'll pass it on.