| What is Gabapentin?
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Gabapentin may be prescribed with other medications to treat partial seizures.
Gabapentin can also be used to relieve the burning nerve pain that sometimes persists for months or even years after an attack of shingles. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Gabapentin?
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When taken for epilepsy, Gabapentin side effects may include blurred, dimmed, or double vision, bronchitis (in children), dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, fever (in children), involuntary eye movement, itchy, runny nose, lack of muscular coordination, nausea, tremor, viral infection (in children), vomiting,
and weight increase (in children). If the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. When taken for nerve pain, Gabapentin side effects may
include accidental injury, constipation, diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, infection, lack of muscular coordination, nausea, swelling in arms and legs, vomiting,
and weakness. |
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| How is Gabapentin taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Gabapentin provided by your doctor. Do not increase or decrease dosage of this medication without your doctor's
approval and do not suddenly stop taking it, as this may cause an increase in the frequency of your seizures. If you are taking an antacid, take
Gabapentin at least 2 hours after the antacid. You may take Gabapentin
with or without food. Try not to allow more than 12 hours to pass between doses.
Do not take
two doses at once. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Gabapentin with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Gabapentin. Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining
Gabapentin with antacids, hydrocodone, naproxen, or morphine. |
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| How should I store Gabapentin?
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Store Gabapentin capsules and tablets at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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