I have fibromyalgia, RSD and meralgia paresthetica. I have taken over 45 meds with no pain relief. This is my 3rd try on lyrica. (now at 400 mg.). I agree - terrible weight gain. Since I am disabled I cannot walk - just a very short distance to the car. Thus - can't exercise - not biking or swimming either. I just lost 30 pounds and since being on lyrica gained at least 15 back. Very frustrating. My back pain seems a bit better but I cannot be sure as my back pain goes into a mild remission at times. It may be a coincidence because I now have terrible knee, ankle and face pain. Also have neuropathic mouth pain. Shouldn't lyrica being helping that also?
Very confusing. I may go off it and see what happens as I hate the weight gain again. Still in pain everywhere else so is it worth it.
Best wihses to you,
Sydney