| What is Neurontin?
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Neurontin may be prescribed with other medications to treat partial seizures.
Neurontin 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 Neurontin?
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Neurontin side effects for epilepsy 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). Neurontin side effects for nerve pain include
accidental injury, constipation, diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, infection, lack of muscular coordination, nausea, swelling in arms and legs, vomiting,
and weakness. If the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with your
doctor. |
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| How is Neurontin taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Neurontin provided by your doctor. You may take Neurontin with or without food.
If you miss a dose try not to allow more than twelve hours to pass between doses. Do not
take two doses at once. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Neurontin with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Neurontin. 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 Neurontin with
antacids, hydrocodone, naproxen, or morphine. |
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| How should I store Neurontin?
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Store Neurontin at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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