Yes. I would look into PEA before Gabapentin.

I added a link to a PubMed article but the program forbids it due to low post count. You will have to cut and paste if you are interested.
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PEA is palmitoylethanolamide. It calms the nerve endings.

I use PEA. I have to purchase it from Amazon. It's more popular in Europe and there is anecdotal evidence that it can be as effective as Gabapentin without the risks.