I just stopped taking lyrica. I was on it for about 3 months my highest dose was 100mg 3 times a day and I felt no relief from the burning and I didn't have any side effects either. I was reluctant to try it because of the side effects I have read about, but I agree with you it was like taking a vitamin. I felt no effects or relief. Prior to trying lyrica I tried neurotin (gabapentin) with the same results - no relief. Now I'm off everything but a low dose anti depressant lexapro 10mg. and xnanx when needed. The pain has caused me to experience anxiety and panic because I can't seem to find relief. So far xnanx has helped calm me down.