Neurontin Capsules
Chemical Name: GABAPENTIN (GA-ba-pen-tin)
Common Neurontin uses
This medicine is an anticonvulsant used to
treat seizures associated with epilepsy. It
may also be used to treat pain due to
abnormal nerve stimulation (neuropathic
pain) and nerve pain associated with herpes
zoster infection. It may also be used to
treat other conditions as determined by your
doctor, such
as posible
treatment for headaches, migraines and
pancreatitis stomach pain.
Before using Neurontin
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all
prescription and over-the-counter medicine
that you are taking. ADDITIONAL MONITORING
OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if
you have kidney disease. Inform your doctor
of any other medical conditions, allergies,
pregnancy, or breast-feeding. Contact your
doctor or pharmacist if you have any
questions or concerns about taking this
medicine.
Neurontin Directions
Follow the directions for using this
medicine provided by your doctor. THIS
MEDICINE MAY BE TAKEN on an empty stomach or
with food. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE within
2 hours of taking an aluminum- or
magnesium-containing antacid. STORE THIS
MEDICINE at room temperature in a
tightly-closed container, away from heat and
light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE,
take it as soon as possible. If it is less
than 2 hours until your next dose, take the
missed dose immediately and take your next
dose 1 to 2 hours later, then go back to
your regular dosing schedule. Do NOT take 2
doses at once.
Neurontin Cautions
DO
NOT STOP TAKING THIS MEDICINE without first
discussing with your doctor. THIS MEDICINE
MAY CAUSE DROWSINESS or dizziness. THIS
MEDICINE WILL ADD TO THE EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL
and other depressants. Ask your doctor or
pharmacist if you have questions. DO NOT
DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING
ELSE THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS until you know
how you react to this medicine. Using this
medicine alone, with other medicines, or
with alcohol may lessen your ability to
drive or to perform other potentially
dangerous tasks. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY
NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or
over-the-counter, check with your doctor or
pharmacist. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON
BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor
the benefits and risks of using this
medicine during pregnancy. THIS MEDICINE IS
EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. IF YOU ARE OR WILL
BE BREAST-FEEDING while taking this
medicine, check with your doctor or
pharmacist to discuss the benefits and risks
to your baby.
Possible side effects of Neurontin
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking
this medicine include tiredness, drowsiness,
dizziness, tremor, back pain, dry mouth,
constipation, increased appetite, or an
upset stomach. If they continue or are
bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK
WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you
experience decreased coordination, changes
in vision (double or blurred vision), back
and forth eye movements, persistent sore
throat or fever, swelling of ankles, mental
or mood changes, memory loss, or trouble
speaking. If you notice other effects not
listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or
pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted
side effects or prevent a medicine from
doing its job. Use our drug interaction
checker to find out if your medicines
interact with each other.
Check drug interactions
If you take too much Neurontin
If
overdose is suspected, contact your local
poison control center or emergency room
immediately. Symptoms of overdose may
include double vision, slurred speech,
sluggishness, drowsiness, or diarrhea.
Additional Neurontin information
DO
NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom
it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS
MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP
THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children.
IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED
PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your
supply runs out.
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