@bettyfvt
Gabapentin is a schedule 5 drug (lower potential for abuse) and a controlled substance in some states. It’s primarily addictive to people who choose to abuse it. Some people use it to enhance the euphoric effects of opioids or other illicit substances. I was never concerned about it being addictive and have taken it on three different occasions, It was never effective for my seizures or neuropathy. According to researchers it's not effective in many people because they're simply not taking a high enough dose. However in some people unwanted side effects prevent them from taking higher doses.
Take care,
Jake