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Gabapentin, sold under the brand name Neurontin among others, is an anticonvulsant medication used to treat partial seizures, neuropathic pain, hot flashes, and restless legs syndrome.

It is recommended as one of several first-line medications for the treatment of neuropathic pain caused by diabetic neuropathy, postherpetic neuralgia, and central neuropathic pain. About 15% of those given gabapentin for diabetic neuropathy or postherpetic neuralgia have a measurable benefit. Gabapentin is taken by mouth.

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Buy gabapentin uk capsules, tablets, and oral solution are used along with other medications to help control certain types of seizures in people who have epilepsy. Gabapentin capsules, tablets, and oral solution are also used to relieve the pain of postherpetic neuralgia (PHN; the burning, stabbing pain or aches that may last for months or years after an attack of shingles).

Gabapentin extended-release tablets (Horizant) are used to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS; a condition that causes discomfort in the legs and a strong urge to move the legs, especially at night and when sitting or lying down). Gabapentin is in a class of medications called anticonvulsants.

Gabapentin treats seizures by decreasing abnormal excitement in the brain. Gabapentin relieves the pain of PHN by changing the way the body senses pain. It is not known exactly how gabapentin works to treat restless legs syndrome.

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Gabapentin is available as:

Capsules: 100, 300, and 400 mg.
Tablets: 100, 300, 400, 600, and 800 mg.
Solution: 250 mg/5 ml

Common side effects

Dizziness
Sleepiness
Ataxia
Fatigue
Drowsiness
Fluid retention (edema)
Hostility
Nausea
Vomiting
Difficulty speaking
Jerky movements
Unusual eye movements
Double vision
Tremors
Memory loss
Unsteadiness

Other adverse effects and serious side effects associated with gabapentin include:

Weight gain
Joint pain
Motion sickness
Blurred vision
Viral infection

Antiepileptic medications have been associated with an increased risk of suicidal thinking and behaviour. Anyone considering the use of antiepileptic drugs must balance this risk of suicide with the clinical need. Patients who are started on therapy should be closely observed for clinical worsening, suicidal thoughts, or unusual changes in behaviour.

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