My system doesnt tolerate pain and anticonvulsant meds well either. I always have to cut the lowest dose in half to start with. If the side effects are worse than it helps is it worth it? Some docs say your body has to get accustom to the meds. Personally that didnt sit well with me if I couldnt function or ended up in the ER. Anticonvulsants didnt like moi'. But I know others who it works well for. We are all made differently and have to go thru the process of elimination. Yes, anticonvulsants, pain meds, antidepressants leave you high and dry. Keep hydrated very well.

Havent heard of Neurotin for hot flashes. Normally they prescribe an antidepressant for a short period of time. If you research a bit Antidepressants do work for pain patients. The section of the brain for depression and pain is located next to each other. TMS Transmagnetic Stimultor can also be used for not only depression but for pain if the operator is told to incorporate the pain area. Patient's normally get off most of their meds. Sounds good...