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Gabapentin was initially synthesized to mimic the structure of GABA for the treatment of epilepsy. Nowadays, gabapentin has been widely used as a medication to relieve pain, especially neuropathic pain. Gabapentin is well tolerated in most patients, has a relatively mild side-effect profile, and passes through the body... more at Wikipedia
Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Fibromyalgia | 17 |
88% |
| Multiple Sclerosis (MS) | 13 |
92% |
| Chronic Pain | 12 |
83% |
| Bipolar Disorder | 9 |
100% |
| Depression | 4 |
100% |
Overall, 89% (105
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Gabapentin Reviews
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Im taking 300 mgs three times a day. It worked fine for about 4 days but now Im back to the pains even while continuing the treatment.
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the dose i take is so high to get any relief but any relief is better then none
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It really helps me when I dont take it I feel the difference
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ok used for nerve pain.
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Gabapentin neurontin takes away the severe headaches and also lessens the neurological pain I suffer with.
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cOULD NOT TOLERATE ANY CLASS OF THESE MEDS DUE TO THE SEVERE SLEEPINESS INABILITY TO CONCENTRATE
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Was give med on 61608 and I can tell that it is all ready helping
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Helpful in reducing electrical sensations that disturbed concentration and sleep.
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Helping me walk easier.
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love this drug. However, have to take huge dose.
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I've been on it for 2 years and it worked wonders. I went from being unable to move to being able to work. Unfortunately I've adjusted to it and have to find something else.
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so far so good.
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DID NOT WORK T ALL!
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Helps to reduce the nerve spasms in my head
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With Gabapentin (neurontin) I always tell my patients to give it a try for 3-4 weeks and if you notice no difference (and your doc has titrated the do... [More] -
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I am not sure if thats the name used all over, i am in the UK and thats what it goes by here. My doctor wants me to start this medication on wedne... [More] -
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gabapentin or neurontin (same thing) is an anti-epileptic as are tegretol, trileptal, lamictal, topamax, depakote -- lol -- I know I'm forgetting some... [More] -
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anyone know anything about gabapentin? [More] -
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As anyone been on the combo of Effexor 300mg , Buspar 30mg twice a day, and Gabapentin 100mg or 200mg at bedtime and 100mg during the day? I justed st... [More]
