Neuropathic Pain
"I have a nerve in my left foot that goes crazy at night. It doesn&#039;t bother me during the day. Without Gabapentin I would get practically no sleep. But, I have had to increase the dosage over time to get relief. I started five years ago at 900 mg a day. But, now it takes 4200 to 5400 mg a day to shut it down, but I only take it at night (between 6 pm and 3:00 AM). I can&#039;t take it during the day - makes me too tired. 

The main side effect that really bothers me is poor balance - you can walk &quot;right.&quot; But, the podiatrist can&#039;t find the nerve. If she could find it she could just go in and shut it down. That&#039;s where I&#039;m at - as soon as she shuts that thing down I&#039;ll get off these pills and get back to a normal life."