I have everything to say good about this med.
It gas been a lifesaver for me and I consider it to be the only reason I'm able to still work at age 65, and lead a somewhat "normal" life.
I went to Ireland this summer and enjoyed every minute of it, even the walking thru the cities. I just have to take it easy and rest often. I love going to NYC and window shop and see the sights - walking involved.
I do have one aside tho- it has caused increased appetite (carb cravings) and weight gain due to the increased appetite. I am 6'1" & was 220lbs and now am at 245-248 lbs., & am a 'chocoholic'.
I was on Neurontin/gabapentin for almost 7 yrs and it started to fail to work. I switched to Lyrica 3+ yrs ago ( almost as soon as it came on the market) and have never looked back.
Sometimes I tend to have 'moments' of forgetfulness ('Where'd I put my keys?' ) but that is about the only side effect aside from the weight.
I take 600 mgs. Lyrica/day - 200mgs, 3x/day & 400 mgs/day Tramadol - 100mgs 4x/day.