Neurontin

Neurontin (Gabapentin) belongs to the class of medications known as anticonvulsants.

It may be described as a white to off – white crystalline solid.

Furthermore, Neurontin (Gabapentin) may be described as being freely soluble in water and in both basic and acidic aqueous solutions as well.

Neurontin (Gabapentin) is used to help effectively treat seizures in the case of adults as well as in children who are three years of age and older.

Furthermore, Neurontin (Gabapentin) is also used to help effectively treat and relieve one from nerve pain associated with the Herpes Zoster (shingles) infection in the case of adults.

Neurontin (Gabapentin) must be taken by mouth, with or without food or as directed by your health care professional. This medication is available in capsule form, tablet form and in the form of an oral suspension as well, working best when the amount of medicine within the body is maintained at a constant level. However, you must be certain to follow the directions on the prescription label carefully and ask your health care professional or pharmacist to explain any part of Neurontin (Gabapentin) you do not understand. Special care may be required pertaining to the use of this medication in children.

The dosage prescribed by your health care professional, for Neurontin (Gabapentin) depends on your medical condition and response to the therapy during the first few days. Your health care professional will gradually increase your dosage so your body gets used to this medication.

Furthermore, to minimize any side effects that you may experience, take the very first dose of this medication at bedtime; be sure to use this medication regularly in order to receive optimum benefits. You must also be sure to take Neurontin (Gabapentin) exactly as directed and refrain from taking a greater or lesser quantity of this medication or altogether taking this medication more or less often than prescribed by your health care professional. Taking an excess of this medication will not provide a speedy recovery and might only increase your risk of experiencing further complications.

Be sure that you do not suddenly discontinue Neurontin (Gabapentin) without prior confirmation from your health care professional. Your health care professional will advise you to take this medication at least 2 hours after taking other antacids, since certain antacids containing aluminum or magnesium may interfere with the absorption of this medication.

While on an ongoing course of Neurontin (Gabapentin) if you notice any of the symptoms listed below, or any other symptoms which may seem severe or persistent, you must contact your health care professional.

Sometimes, Neurontin (Gabapentin) may cause the patient to experience rapid speech, drowsiness, an itching sensation, dizziness, fatigue, weight gain, nausea and a dry mouth.

Furthermore, Neurontin (Gabapentin) may cause the patient to experience constipation, discomfort in the throat region, swelling of lips, tongue, arms or legs, skin rashes, mild fever, unsteadiness, abdominal pain and a lack of concentration.

If you are on an ongoing course of Neurontin (Gabapentin) before you commence taking any new medication (either prescription or OTC), you must first consult your health care professional or pharmacist.

Furthermore, you must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are allergic to Neurontin (Gabapentin) or any other medication in any other form. Your health care professional must also be informed if you are taking any other medication in any other form, including nutritional supplements or herbal products, whilst on an ongoing course of this medication.

Sometimes, Neurontin (Gabapentin) interacts with various medications, such as Sevelamer, Morphine, Cimetidine and antacids containing aluminum or magnesium.

In case of an overdose of Neurontin (Gabapentin), call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Furthermore, symptoms of an overdose of Neurontin (Gabapentin) may appear as severe drowsiness, slurred speech or extreme lethargy.

Your health care professional will order certain laboratory and/or medical tests to be performed, such as blood pressure levels, smooth functioning of the kidneys, blood electrolyte levels and blood cholesterol levels to check your response to Neurontin (Gabapentin), monitor your progress and check for side effects. You must be sure to keep all appointments with your health care professional and the laboratory. Do not let anyone else share your prescribed dosage of Neurontin (Gabapentin) and ask your health care professional or pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

Furthermore, if you need to undergo any kind of surgery, including dental surgery, or you conceive whilst on a course of Neurontin (Gabapentin) inform your health care professional. You must be sure to inform your health care professional if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive. Also, Neurontin (Gabapentin) passes into breast milk.

Lastly, avoid consuming alcohol and beverages containing even a small percentage of alcohol whilst on an ongoing course of Neurontin (Gabapentin). It is important that you do not discontinue this medication without first consulting your health care professional. While on an ongoing course of Neurontin (Gabapentin), you must also refrain from driving a car or operating any kind of machinery until you know how this medication affects you.

It is important that you do not take a double dose of Neurontin (Gabapentin) to make up for a missed one unless you have consulted your health care professional.

You must speak with your health care professional about the possible risks of using Neurontin (Gabapentin) for your condition and be sure to consult your health care professional or pharmacist for more information, since this medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses.

Store Neurontin (Gabapentin) in the container it came in, keep the lid tightly closed and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature (between 59 – 86 degrees F or 15 – 30 degrees C) and away from excess heat and moisture.

Furthermore, you must be sure to throw away any Neurontin (Gabapentin) medication that has gotten outdated or is no longer required. You must speak with your pharmacist or health care professional about the proper disposal of this medication.

It is important for the patient to know that before consuming Neurontin (Gabapentin); they must inform their health care professional, if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from kidney complications.

Furthermore, it is required of you to be more careful and alert while administering Neurontin (Gabapentin) to children, since they may be more sensitive to the after effects of this medication, such as hostility.