Summary
Neurontin (gabapentin) is an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug used to treat neuropathic pain caused by herpes virus or shingles, and to prevent and control seizures.
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It works by affecting chemicals and nerves in the body that are involved in the cause of seizures and some types of pain.
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Neurontin is also known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug, and does not affect gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA).
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The dose of this medicine will vary for different patients and should be taken as prescribed.
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Neurontin (gabapentin) is an antiepileptic drug (AED) , also called an anticonvulsant, that can help treat epilepsy or postherpetic neuralgia . Despite the name, it does not affect gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) , an inhibitory neurotransmitter of the central nervous system.
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Neurontin® capsules, tablets, and solution may be taken with or without food. You may break the scored Neurontin® tablets into two pieces, but make sure you use the second half…
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