I have been on both Lyrica and Gabapentin but never at the same time. My Pain Management Doctor told me that you shouldn't take them both together so he weaned me off the Gabapentin and then put me on Lyrica.

I also had problems with sleeping whilst on both the Lyrica and the Gabapentin. It would take me hours to fall asleep and when I eventually did, I would never reach deep sleep and would wake up lots during the night. One of the main side effects I had from the Lyrica was weight gain, I put on about 25lbs during the 3 months I was on it.

I would speak to your Doctor and see if he can suggest anything. I can't understand why he has put you on both Lyrica and Gabapentin at the same time has my Doctor said you shouldn't do that has it is too risky.

I hope you get things sorted soon and Welcome to Neurotalk!!

Alison