Gabapentin is an anticonvulsant medication used to control seizures in people with epilepsy. It also treats restless legs syndrome and various types of nerve pain. Some common brand names include Horizant, Gralise, and Neurontin. Gabapentin is available in different forms: capsules, tablets, and liquids.
Gabapentin tablets are used to treat the following conditions:
Gabapentin can also be taken by children and adults to treat epilepsy.
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Before starting Gabapentin, discuss the following with your doctor:
Gabapentin is available in various forms, including capsules, tablets, and liquid. Follow your doctor's prescription for optimal dosage and administration.
Adult Dosage:
Gabapentin is generally safe when used as prescribed, but be aware of the following:
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Book an Appointment| Gabapentin | Lyrica |
|---|---|
| Anticonvulsant medication for seizures | Related to Gralise, treats diabetic neuropathy, spinal cord injury, fibromyalgia |
| Used for seizure disorders and nerve damage | |
| Side effects: drowsiness, fatigue, nausea, vomiting | Side effects: constipation, increased appetite, disorientation |
The most common side effects of Gabapentin are dizziness, sleepiness, water retention, problem walking, back pain, constipation, diarrhea and vomiting.
Yes, Gabapentin is used as a medication to manage neuropathic pain, but is not typically classified as a traditional painkiller.
Yes, Gabapentin is an anti-inflammatory that works as an anticonvulsant, sedative, anxiolytic, used to treat chronic pain syndromes.
Gabapentin is sometimes prescribed off-label to help alleviate itching, particularly neuropathic itching associated with conditions like postherpetic neuralgia or other nerve-related disorders.
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