Neurontin Genaric Called Gabapatin Info Please? Posted: 10-26-04 12:58pm
Hello all : this month when I ordered my
medication I found out that neurontin has
a gen so I ordered it and then cleared it
with my dr - he said it was ok ! I tried
to look up some info on the web and did
not see any thing yet so if any one has
any new please post it here thanks!
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sami_1982
Experienced User , Rather EHEALTHy
Joined: 13 Dec 2003 Posts: 200 Location: Australia
Gabapentin Or Brand Name: Neurontin Posted: 10-26-04 22:37pm
Hi
gabapentin or brand name: neurontin,
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important information description who
should not take it? How should I take
it? What happens if I miss a dose?
What happens if I overdose? What should
I avoid while taking it? What are the
side effects? What other drugs will
affect it? Where can I get more
information? What does my medication
look like? Brand names
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what is the most important information I
should know about gabapentin?
If you are taking gabapentin for
seizures, do not stop taking gabapentin
even if you feel better. It is important
to continue taking the medication to
prevent seizures from recurring.
Carry or wear a medical identification tag
to let others know that you are taking
this medicine in the case of an
emergency.
Use caution when driving, operating
machinery, or performing other hazardous
activities. Gabapentin may cause
dizziness or drowsiness. If you
experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid
these activities.
What is gabapentin?
Gabapentin affects chemicals and nerves in
the body that are involved in the cause of
seizures and some types of pain. The
exact way that it works is unknown.
Gabapentin is used with other drugs in the
treatment of some types of seizures and
for the management of postherpetic
neuralgia (nerve pain caused by the herpes
virus or shingles).
Gabapentin may also be used for purposes
other than those listed in this medication
guide.
What should I discuss with my healthcare
provider before taking gabapentin?
Before taking this medication, tell your
doctor if you have any other medical
conditions, especially kidney, liver, or
heart disease. Also discuss any medicines
that you take, including over-the-counter
preparations.
Gabapentin is in the fda pregnancy
category c. This means that it is not
known whether gabapentin will be harmful
to an unborn baby. Do not take gabapentin
without first talking to your doctor if
you are pregnant or could become pregnant
during treatment.
Gabapentin passes into breast milk. Do
not take gabapentin without first talking
to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a
baby.
How should I take gabapentin?
Take gabapentin exactly as directed by
your doctor. If you do not understand
these directions, ask your pharmacist,
nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
Take each dose of gabapentin with a full
glass of water.
Gabapentin can be taken with or without
food.
To ensure you get the correct dose,
measure the gabapentin oral solution with
a dose-measuring cup or spoon, not a
regular table spoon. If you do not have a
dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist
where you can get one.
Carry or wear a medical identification tag
to let others know that you are taking
this medicine in the case of an
emergency.
Do not stop taking gabapentin without
talking to your doctor. Suddenly stopping
gabapentin may cause side effects.
If you are taking gabapentin for
seizures, do not stop taking gabapentin
even if you feel better. It is important
to continue taking the medication to
prevent seizures from recurring.
Store gabapentin tablets and capsules at
room temperature away from moisture and
heat.
Store the gabapentin oral solution in the
refrigerator.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you
remember. However, if several hours have
passed and it is almost time for the next
dose, skip the missed dose and take only
the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not
take a double dose of the medication to
catch up.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical treatment.
Symptoms of a gabapentin overdose include
double vision, drowsiness, slurred speech,
diarrhea, poor coordination, and
difficulty breathing.
What should I avoid while taking
gabapentin?
Use caution when driving, operating
machinery, or performing other hazardous
activities. Gabapentin may cause
dizziness or drowsiness. If you
experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid
these activities.
Avoid alcohol during treatment with
gabapentin. Alcohol may increase the risk
of having side effects while taking
gabapentin.
What are the possible side effects of
gabapentin?
If you experience any of the following
serious side effects, stop taking
gabapentin and seek medical attention or
contact your doctor immediately:
an allergic reaction (difficulty
breathing; closing of the throat; swelling
of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives).
Other, less serious side effects may be
more likely to occur. Continue to take
gabapentin and talk to your doctor if you
experience
dizziness, poor coordination, or
drowsiness;
blurred or double vision;
irregular back-and- forth movements of the
eyes;
nausea and vomiting; or
tremor.
If children 3 to 12 years of age
experience any of the following serious
side effects, contact your doctor
immediately
emotional liability (anxiety, behavior
problems, crying, false sense of
well-being, mental depression, reacting
too quickly, too emotionally, or
overreacting, rapidly changing moods);
hostility (aggressive behavior,
suspiciousness, or distrust);
restlessness, hyperactivity or increase in
body movements;
amnesia (loss of memory); or
thought disorders (concentration problems
and change in school performance).
Side effects other than those listed here
may also occur. Talk to your doctor about
any side effect that seems unusual or that
is especially bothersome.
What other drugs will affect gabapentin?
Gabapentin does not interact with other
commonly used antiseizure medications.
Antacids will decrease the amount of
gabapentin that is absorbed in the
stomach. Do not take gabapentin for at
least 2 hours after a dose of antacid.
Gabapentin may increase the effects of
other drugs that cause drowsiness,
including antidepressants, alcohol,
antihistamines, sedatives (used to treat
insomnia), pain relievers, anxiety
medicines, and muscle relaxants.
Drugs other than those listed here may
also interact with gabapentin or affect
your condition. Talk to your doctor and
pharmacist before taking any prescription
or over-the-counter medicines, including
herbal products.
Where can I get more information?
Your pharmacist has additional information
about gabapentin written for health
professionals that you may read.
What does my medication look like?
Gabapentin is available with a
prescription under the brand name
neurontin. Other brand or generic
formulations may also be available. Ask
your pharmacist any questions you have
about this medication, especially if it is
new to you.
remember, keep this and all other
medicines out of the reach of children,
never share your medicines with others,
and use this medication only for the
indication prescribed.
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I just found out about the generic verion
the other day and needed some info so I
could ask my dr about swithching and he
said I can use it! When I was getting my
meds here in hawaii they ran me just over
$600.00 a month then last year I went to
mich for about 4 months and the
medications came out at about $450.00 a
months so before I came back to hawaii I
set up for them to send them to me every
month and that helped a lot and now with
one more going ger on me I will be able to
save even more :d !!
