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Fact Sheet – Pregabalin

Fact sheet - Pregabalin (commonly known by the brand name Lyrica) is a medication used to help manage fibromyalgia symptoms. It may help reduce pain and improve sleep, although its effectiveness and side effects vary from person to person. [trp_language...

Fact Sheet – Amitriptyline

Fact sheet - Amitriptyline (commonly known by the brand name Elavil) is a medication used off-label to help manage fibromyalgia symptoms. It is prescribed at low doses and may help improve sleep quality and reduce pain. ...

Fact Sheet – Fibromyalgia

Fact Sheet - Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by four hallmark symptoms: widespread pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive difficulties (“fibro fog”). Many people also experience other symptoms or co-occurring conditions. Symptoms and their...

If you’ve been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, you understand the symptoms can have an impact on your ability to function at work. You may find that as your symptoms worsen—pain, brain fog, fatigue—your work performance starts to suffer. This could lead to more mistakes or difficulty keeping up with tasks. Because of this, you may need time off or accommodations in order to keep working. As an employee, you might not know all the options available to you to support you while you continue to earn a living and pay your bills. Here is a list of ideas to help you keep the lights on.

Fact Sheet – Fibromyalgia Guide for Employees

You can download this Fact Sheet below or Listen to the Audio Version If you’ve been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, you understand the symptoms can have an impact on your ability to function at work. You may find that as your symptoms...

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes widespread pain, fatigue, and cognitive difficulties (often called "fibro fog"). Symptoms vary from person to person and can fluctuate in severity. While invisible, fibromyalgia can impact an employee’s ability to perform certain tasks. Many employees with fibromyalgia are high-performing and hardworking but may experience "flare-ups"—periods when pain and fatigue significantly impact their ability to work. Employees with fibromyalgia may need accommodations occasionally, long term, or on an ongoing basis.

Fact Sheet – Supporting Employees with Fibromyalgia: A Guide for Canadian Employers

You can download this Fact Sheet for employers below Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes widespread pain, fatigue, and cognitive difficulties (often called "fibro fog"). Symptoms vary from person to person and can fluctuate in...

Fact Sheet on Herbal and Other Natural Products

You can download this Fact Sheet below In Canada, products such as herbal remedies, vitamins, minerals, homeopathic medicines, traditional medicines (like traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicines), probiotics, and other items like...

Fact Sheet – Cymbalta™ or its Generic Duloxetine

You can download this Fact Sheet below Learn about Cymbalta™ (generic name Duloxetine) for use with fibromyalgia with our Fact Sheet.

Fact Sheet – Low Dose Naltrexone

You can download this Fact Sheet below Low-Dose Naltrexone (LDN) is an emerging treatment option that has gained growing interest among researchers and clinicians working with people living with fibromyalgia. While originally developed to treat opioid and alcohol...

Fact Sheet – Traditional Medications Used to Treat Fibromyalgia

You can download this Fact Sheet below All new drugs are reviewed by Health Canada before they appear on the market in Canada. They are assessed for their safety, efficacy and quality. Drug products are available by prescription ornon-prescription. The company...

Fact Sheet – Gabapentin

You can download this Fact Sheet below Get the facts about fibromyalgia with this fact sheet about Gabapentin. Gabapentin is a medication sometimes used off-label to help manage fibromyalgia symptoms. It may help reduce pain and improve sleep for some people, although...

Junior Fibromyalgia: Get the facts about fibromyalgia in children and youth with this informative fact sheet. Learn how fibromyalgia affects young people, including common symptoms, diagnosis challenges, and treatment options. This resource supports families, educators, and healthcare providers in understanding and managing pediatric fibromyalgia.

Fact Sheet – Fibromyalgia in Children and Youth

You can download this Fact Sheet below Get the facts about fibromyalgia in children and youth with this informative fact sheet. Learn how fibromyalgia affects young people, including common symptoms, diagnosis challenges, and treatment options. This resource supports...

What is fibromyalgia Fact Sheet for patients

Fact Sheet – for Patients and Families

You can download this Fact Sheet or listen to the audio below This fact sheet on fibromyalgia offers clear, reliable information for patients and families. Learn about common symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment approaches to help manage daily challenges. Empower...