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Neurontin Patient Information

Neurontin Capsules
Gabapentin

WHAT IS NEURONTIN FOR?

Epilepsy: Neurontin is used to treat various forms of epilepsy.
Neuropathic pain: Neurontin is also used to treat chronic (long-lasting) pain caused by damage to the nerves.

SIDE EFFECTS

As with most drugs Neurontin can cause side effects. These might be drowsiness, weakness, tiredness, dizziness, difficulty with vision, headache, nervousness, sleeplessness, tremor, numbness, weight gain, loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting. Less frequently you may notice sore throat, coughing, nasal irritation, stammering, indigestion, memory loss, or muscle pain.

Children: The following side effect have occasionally been observed in children, some of which are often seen in childhood viral illness: sleeplessness, tiredness, weight gain, mood or behaviour changes, dizziness, nausea/vomiting, fever, viral infection, chest and/or throat infection.

If you get any of these, or any other unusual side effects, you should tell your doctor or pharmacist straight away but continue to take Neurontin.

Serious side effects with Neurontin have been very rare. Pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas leading to stomach pain), increases seen in liver function tests, severe skin rash with associated general illness, changes in behaviour and sudden unexplained death have occurred in patients taking Neurontin. These effects have been associated with other anticonvulsants and it has not been established whether there is a definite link with Neurontin.

If you have any concerns about serious side effects you should discuss these with your doctor or pharmacist at once, before your next dose is due.

Source

Parke-Davis
Patient Information Leaflet on Neurontin.
Date of leaflet: February 2000

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