Gabapentin 100mg Capsule Is Used For What

Iv been taking gabapentin and iv been having sharp pains in my head that goes to my eyes why is that ## Hi Dameris, Based on my research, Gabapentin was originally developed for the treatment of epilepsy, and is currently widely used to relieve neuropathic pain. Gabapentin's most common side effects in adult patients include dizziness, drowsiness, and peripheral edema (swelling of extremities); these mainly occur at higher doses, in the elderly. However, headaches/migraines and eye pain are a couple of the rare and unexplained side effects, so I would speak with a doctor about the problems you are experiencing. Learn More: Gabapentin Details If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you. ## Hi. My aunt has shaky vision and a lot of tens...

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For neuropathic pain. Can this cause small spots of dry skin all over the trunk of the body/breasts/ and now face? ## Hello, Ace! How are you? Yes, that can be a side effect of this medication, as reported by the FDA. You may also experience dizziness, headache, dry mouth and weight gain. However, side effects are usually transient and go away with time, as your body gets used to a medication, but that may take 4 to 5 weeks. If things worsen, or if they don't eventually go away, you should consult your prescriber. Is there anything else I can help with?

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A little white capsule with the RX627 on each half of the capsule. It is supposed to be the generic form of neurontin. ## Does anyone know if this drug works? I have bad leg pains. ## It works really well for some people, but is not always effect for everyone. Have you tried it, yet? ## I'm taking gabapentin 100mg & wake up feeling very high strung with heavy legs. Has anyone else had these same effects? I would like to hear about other's side effects. ## How much time does it take for the side effect of drowsiness to subside from gabapentin 100 mg taken once a day at bedtime? Also taking ativan1mg and vicodin 5/325 at bedtime for nerve pain from stenosis surgery 7 weeks ago. Addition of the gabapentin has made the drowsiness much worse. THANK YOU ## Yes my legs feel like we...

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I am on 100 mg gabapentin and I don't do well with side effects like not being able to sit still or sleep. ## Hello, Doug! How are you? It's odd that it would cause you to have problems sitting still, because it is often used now to treat RLS. It's also known to cause drowsiness as a side effect, by the FDA. Other typical side effects may possibly include nausea, headache and weight gain. How long have you been taking it? Is this the only medication you take?

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For four years, I've taken 100mg of Gabapentin (one capsule) along with 0.50mg of Ropinirole (two pills) at night only for Restless Leg Syndrome. I am 76 years old. There were times when I felt that I really could, maybe even should have increased, as directed but I just hate taking any kind of medicines and finally, it felt more ok enough to not increase. So, I did not. Now, I would like to get off of all of it but since the Gabapentin is one capsule, how I can taper off from that one? I can go down slowly on the Ropinirole by taking only one tablet each night as each one is .25mg but I do not know how I can cut the Gabapentin capsule with the powder medicine inside in half. Any suggestions or anyone else have a similar question? ## In many cases, doctor's will instruct the pat...

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The Dr. Thought this would help with my nerve pain and anxiety I have been taking it for 3 weeks and have gained 6 pounds and it has affected my legg strength and how much I can walk should I quit taking it. I am a 68 year old woman. ## Hi Bev, Sorry to hear about the Gabapentin not working as intented. But I wouldn't stop taking it without talking to your doctor first. According to NIH.gov, if you were to suddenly stop taking it, you may experience withdrawal symptoms (such as anxiety, insomnia, pain, nausea, sweating, etc.) as a result of not tapering. For these reasons it's probably best to work with your doctor on gradually decreasing the dose over an allotted period of time (NIH recommends at least a week). I hope this helps! ## David thank you for your input but I already ...

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Is there a 100mg tablet of gabapentin? I have heard there is but have only been told or heard of 300mg or 600mg. Can you confirm this for me please? ## Yes, there is a 100 dose, it's what I started on about 12 years ago. Mine was in capsule form. ## Donna is correct. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, mood swings, and weight gain. Is there anything else we can help with?

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Can someone tell me what color Gabapentin 300 mg is ? ## Is this # which appears on a pill I found 4382 yellow white capsule this medicine gabapentin? ## Yes 4382 is 300 mg Gabapentin ## what color is gabapentin 600 mg and is it a capsule or tablet? thanks ## For the brand Neurontin (Gabapentin) 600 mg comes in a tablet - white with black lettering "Neurontin 600". ## My 400mg capsules are half yellow/half white with 4382 on the yellow half and 300mg on the white half. ## Sorry. I meant to say 300mg. ## does gabapentin 100mg capsules have the no. 93 with no. 38 listed directly under it, and the pill is green in color. ## You describe the right imprint 93 38, but I don't think the color is green.

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Following knee replacement surgery I was diagnosed 2 x 100mg Gabapentin. Three times a day. After discharge I had to get a renewed prescription and I have now noticed that the Pharmacist has given me 300mg Gabapentin capsules by mistake. This means I have been on 2 x 300mg Gabapentin Three times a day. Is it a coincidence that three days after being discharged after I started the overdose I have developed cellulitis in the lower leg that had the knee replacement? ## Hello, Paul! How are you? Yes, that most likely is a coincidence, since cellulitis is a type of deep tissue infection. Are you on an antibiotic for it? As to your Gabapentin prescription, you should take that one back to the pharmacy and have them correct it. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nause...

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need to see pictures of pill ## I'm sorry, but due to copyright reasons, I don't have any pictures to post for you. In addition, since this is a generic, there are quite a few on the market, manufactured by different companies and they will all have different markings to denote the manufacturer and dosage. Just to give you some examples, here are the markings and descriptions of a few of the 100mg Gabapentin products: A white capsule, with the marking G 5026. An orange and white capsule, with the marking R 665 on each half. A white capsule with the marking APO 112. A gray capsule with West-ward 991. A white and clear capsule with E 91 on each half. And there are more.... Are there any markings on the pill in question?

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I have started taking gabapentin 100mg twice a day. When is the best time to take it. Do the side effects go away or do you just have to put up with them? ## Hi sarah, Dosing schedules for Gabapentin are largely dependent upon your reasons for taking it. (i.e. - the usual adult dose for Epilepsy is as follows): Initial dose: 300 mg orally on day one, 300 mg orally twice a day on day two, then 300 mg orally 3 times a day on day three. Maintenance dose: 900 to 1800 mg orally in 3 divided doses. If necessary, the dose may be increased using 300 mg or 400 mg capsules three times a day up to 1800 mg/day. Dosages up to 2400 mg/day have been well tolerated in long-term clinical studies. Doses of 3600 mg/day have also been administered to a small number of patients for a relatively short durati...

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Is Gabapentin 100 mg. capule gluten free? Manufacturer Actav ## Hi Sharon, Did you mean to say "Actavis" by chance? If so, I located a list of the Inactive Ingredients found in this specific 100mg Gabapentin capsule and there doesn't appear to be any gluten on there: ferrosoferric oxide corn starch D&C Yellow No. 10 FD&C Blue No. 1 FD&C Blue No. 2 FD&C Red No. 40 gelatin mannitol propylene glycol ferric oxide red silicon dioxide sodium lauryl sulfate magnesium silicate titanium dioxide ferric oxide yellow For verification, the National Drug Code (NDC) of this pill is: 14550-0511 I hope this info helps!

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I am taking gabapentin 100mg (2 capsules 3 times a day) for depression I think, and to control pain. What is the gelatin used for as an inactive ingredient in Actavis' composition? ## That is a component of the capsule itself. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, weight changes, and acne. Is there anything else I can help with?

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found it and wondering what its used for ## This capsule contains 100mgs of Gabapentin, the active ingredient in Neurontin, it is an anticonvulsant that is also used to treat certain types of nerve pain. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, weight gain and dizziness. Learn more: Are there any other questions or comments? ## I was prescribed gabapendin 100 mg after back surgery (laminectomy of l3-l4 disc's. I was also given hydrocortisone/apap 5-325 (1-2 tablets every 4-6 tablets). I know the latter is for pain, what about gabapendin, will that help my pain. I am 4 days post surgery, still lots of pain. Any info for me? Thanks

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#93 over 38 on each half of grey capsule but only on 1 side. ## what kind of capsule that is gray, has 93 38 over top each side of it ## This capsule contains 100mgs of Gabapentin, a generic for Neurontin. This is an anticonvulsant drug that has also been shown to help treat certain types of nerve pain. Some of the most common side effects include: drowsiness, dizziness, nausea and edema.

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my father came from work. sweating bad. and feeling bad from the medicine. 72yr male, with weakness in his legs and knee legs go out. and his in bad health. giving by the va hospital. help please. mary ## Norman, has he contacted the VA hospital and prescribing doctor about the problem, yet? Gabapentin can cause these types of side effects in anywhere between 1 to 7% of the people that use it. Since it sounds like they were pretty severe and caused him problems walking, its probably not the right medication for him, or it may be too high of a dosage. ## I am a diabetic patient. I complained of pain in the body and hardened hand movements. Doctor prescribed Gabapentin USP 300 mg Capsules for night and 100mg capsules for the morning. I do not know for what reason did he prescribe this. Is...

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I am trying to wean off of gabapentin, but the worst part is the itching, and the crazy restlessness at night. I’m taking one a day at 300 mg in the evening. By the time evening comes again the itching starts happening. How do I wean off this/300 mg a day, and is there anything I can take for the itching. I did start taking magnesium a couple days ago. I was on it for about 4 to 5 weeks, at 1800 mg a day. No one told me to not go cold turkey, so I did and that was a horrible week. So I went back to taking one a day and I want to get off of these now. ## This medication comes in lower dosages, so you could speak to your doctor about using 100mg capsules, or tablets to help you taper off of it. The FDA warns that other withdrawal effects may include nausea, dizziness, depression, an...

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Can u take this medication if you have glaucoma and heart problems ## This capsule contains 100mgs of Gabapentin, which is an anticonvulsant that's also used to help treat certain types of nerve pain and mood disorders. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, dry mouth and weight changes. Learn more Gabapentin details here. As to whether or not you can take it, it really depends on the specifics of your conditions and other medications you may be taking. What has your doctor advised?

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this is a small white capsule with 137 printed on each side. The numbers are printed in black. ## Hello, Brooke! How are you? This capsule is manufactured by Caraco Pharmaceuticals and they list it as containing 100mgs of Gabapentin. The FDA classifies this medication as an anticonvulsant that is also used to treat some mood disorders and certain types of nerve pain. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and weight gain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Trying to find out what brown and white 665 capsule is and what are its uses ## Does the capsule in question also have an R on it and repeat the marking on both halves? If so, then it contains 100mgs of Gabapentin, which is an anticonvulsant that's also used to treat certain types of nerve pain and as a mood stabilizer. Learn more Gabapentin details here.

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