I am new here but I wanted to say I take Lyrica. It is the same as all the other drugs. I feel relief but the big episodes still come. With me, the Lyrica has affected my eye sight but that doesn't mean it will do the same to you. I SAY TRY IT! I am willing to try anything once. You will never know if it will give you release until you try. (((hugs))) I am sorry you are in pain. I hope some of my own will give you some release.