Please do a lot of research on Effexor before you try it. It can be really hard to get off. I had too many side effects to continue it past a few days, I might have been able to tolerate it after a while as side effects are supposed to lessen, but it affected my vision and scared me. I also did not like what I was reading about it- some people, a small percentage but not insignificant, are never able to discontinue the drug. It is very powerful.

It sounds as if the Gabaoentin is helping you.I am confused myself as to whether it is helping with much more than sleep, and want to try tapering to less. The R-Lipoic Acid seems to be helping my skin burning. I notice if I forget to take it. Hope it lasts.

Thank you so much for posting the information about Gabapentin. That is very sobering. I think I would take the memory loss over constant pain, which can also cause cognitive issues, but there is a cost benefit ratio that is very personal for everyone. I hope that you find a satisfactory solution. Most research on antidepressants and neuropathy assume they are combined with anti-seizure medication. Many doctors prescribe them together. I know there is research supporting combining long acting morphine and Gabapentin which I am taking.