Hi everyone! I’ve developed neuropathy in my feet because of Cipro… I can hardly walk or stand. My feet go numb the moment I’m upright and they’re so painful! Has anyone found something that helps?
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Give fish oil supplements a try.
A sustained-release Super B100 complex made a massive difference for me; it contains all the B vitamins (B1, B2, B3, B6, B9/folic acid, and B12).
If the discomfort increases when you’re on your feet, perhaps compression socks would be useful? I find the pressure quite soothing, and they might also assist with your circulation.
Check out The Nerve Doctors on YouTube. Those ‘Super B100’ mixes and such aren’t helpful unless they contain the correct vitamin formulations.
I’d suggest using a high-strength lidocaine cream for the pain. Getting used to walking and standing with numb feet takes time, specific shoes, and occasionally a cane. I hope this is only temporary for you, but if it isn’t, you’ll find ways to adjust. God bless.
I’m going to treat myself to a red light therapy boot. I had a consultation with the nerve specialists, but it wasn’t much different from what they post on YouTube. I had the meeting, but there was no follow-up afterward.
I use an 11% lidocaine from Korea, though it’s quite pricey.
Try using Methylcobalamin B12. I dealt with what I thought was lifelong neuropathy from a disc injury, and after four years, this finally did the trick. Just keep in mind that fish oil and standard vitamins won’t cure neuropathy.
Hi, I should start by saying I’m not a physician, but I’ve been applying a 1% capsaicin topical cream twice daily to help with the pain. Make sure to use gloves, and be patient as it takes about 2 to 3 weeks to start working. I’m also taking Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA), though I can’t say if it’s effective yet. Additionally, I take Omega-3, B vitamins, and curcumin with black pepper. You should definitely consult your doctor before starting these. I’m still dealing with pain and am working with my doctor to find the right combination for relief. Best of luck.
The side effects of medical treatments are just terrible. My own neuropathy was triggered by Ivermectin, and then a stomach drug called Amitiza caused even more neuromuscular problems. It’s frightening how you can never predict what kind of side effects a medicine might have.
How can you be sure it was definitely the Cipro?
I’ve lived with idiopathic peripheral neuropathy for 12 years now. Shortly after my diagnosis, I came across an advertisement for a class action suit against the manufacturers of Cipro, which cited neuropathy as a potential side effect. I reached out to them about my diagnosis following Cipro use, but they told me I didn’t meet the criteria to be a plaintiff. I ended up just putting it out of my mind. This thread is the first time I’ve heard anyone mention the Cipro connection since I saw that ad a decade ago.
My case wasn’t caused by Cipro, but I’ve recently begun treatment at a clinic using light therapy and a neuropocalm device, and I’d say it’s been very helpful. I was even able to wear sneakers today instead of sandals.