Gabapentin 100mg

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've been taking 100mg @ night for 3 weeks. I have lightheadedness in the morning. Could it be gabapentin, or the caffeine from coffee that I take about 1/2 to 45 minutes before I get the lightheadedness? ## I was on this medication several years ago and one of the side effects was lightheadness. I also had headaches. ## Hi Sharon, According to NIH.gov, if you notice dizziness, drowsiness or nausea while on Gabapentin, you should talk with your doctor. The MayoClinic also confirms that lightheadedness is a side effect of Gabapentin. Something else worth noting is that a caffeine overdose can cause dizziness as well. I don't know how much caffeine you take, but I wouldn't rule it out as a possible contributing factor. Hope you feel better soon!

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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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I take Gabapentin 3x a day (AM-NOON PM) for extremely severe pain from spinal stenosis. The pain travels down my legs. Difficulty in walking My question is: What is the most Gabapentin I can take of this medicine without severe side effects? ## Hello, Harriet! How are you? I am very sorry that you're in pain. The important thing you need to know is that Gabapentin is not an actual analgesic, so it will not work like one to treat your pain and help with it, when you're having a day that's worse than usual. This is an anticonvulsant, it can help with some forms of nerve pain due to the affect it has on brain chemicals, but in order to help, it must be taken for about 4 to 6 weeks in a consistent dosing. You will not get more relief by taking extra on any given day, so please d...

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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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I have severe restless feet. I take mirapex at night. I've started having severe restlessness in the morning now. I've been given gabapentin 100 mg during the day. It makes me tired and feel strange. I have taken a small dose of narco 2x a day and it works great. I've ran out now my feet are acting up again which makes life and travel miserable. Dr will not continue with narco even tho it works. Don't know what to do. Been dealing with this for over 20 years. Any advice? ## Hello, Lori! How are you? What symptoms do you experience that you describe as feeling strange? Can you please be more specific? Gabapentin is actually an anticonvulsant that can also help with certain types of nerve pain and some mood disorders. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, d...

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I have COPD and taking gabapentin will it affect I my breathing I'm using it for muscle spasm in my leg ## Hello, Ron! How are you? In theory, it shouldn't, but there's never anyway to know how any specific medication will affect any given person that tries it. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, weight gain and anxiety. Did your doctor prescribe it for you?

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I take gabapentin 100mg several times a day for anxiety. I also take 6 milligrams of Xanax and 90 milligrams of adderall. Is it safe to be taking these medications together? ## Hello, David! How are you? I didn't find any dangerous interactions or problems listed, but it's always best to double check such information to be sure. The FDA classifies Gabapentin as an anticonvulsant that can also be used to treat certain types of nerve pain, mood swings and some anxiety disorders. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth and weight changes. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I take 100mg each night to allow myself a nights sleep without my mind racing through thoughts. My neurologist said the only side affect is sleep. Was I too trusting. ## Hello, Barbara! How are you? All medications carry the risk of causing side effects and yes, it can cause for more than just drowsiness. The FDA lists the other possible ones for this medication as including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, mood swings and weight gain. Is there anything else I can help with? ## That helps...I don't need it that badly so I'm off it. Thanks! ## I have seen UTI listed as a possible side effect on several sites, particularly in women over 60. I am 64 and familiar with what a UTI feels like. I had misgivings about taking Neurontin anyway and now I intend to stop. But I think t...

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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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Today is day 7 of 1 pill daily, only 100mg. Second attempt trying this drug, don't like it. Can I simply stop? ## Hello, Suzi! How are you? What types of problems are you having with it? The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, mood swings and weight changes. After 7 days on such a low dose, you can most likely just stop it, but it would be best to check with your doctor, because stopping abruptly could create the risk of seizures. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Thank you for your reply; i can do it over a few days. To answer your question, just feel kinda "strange" at times, you know? Then again, hate to give up too early. All the negative reviews are scary to me.

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what kind of conditions is this medicine used for ,my 9yr old son takes 100m in morning and 200 at night?i do not know all the answers,since he lives with his mom ## Gabapentin, the active ingredient in Neurontin is an anticonvulsant, used to help prevent seizures and it can also be effective at helping with certain types of nerve pain. Side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, dizziness and headache. Read more: Is there anything else I can help you with? ## why I feel high taking gabapentin 100mg ?

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I was taking 100mg twice a day. My Dr. upped it to 100mg three times a day. I've been taking this for four weeks now. My eyes have been burning for over three weeks and I've had the feelings of my skin crawling for the past two weeks. Today I've been having trouble breathing, my chest tightening, and burning sensations in my face, eyes, hands, feet, and throat. Within 30 minutes time I've had round, red lesions popping out on my face, head, arms, legs, feet, and hands ## Hello, Tamisena! How are you? I'm very sorry about the problems that you're having. I think you need to see your doctor, or go to an urgent care or ER and have this checked out. That sounds like you may be having some type of allergic reaction and the trouble breathing is especially concerning, b...

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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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I'd like to discuss with someone about the proper dosage of this medication. Can anyone help? ## There is really no set dosage for this, though you do need to start at a low dosage and gradually add more until you find the amount that works effectively for you. Most doctors will start with 100mgs taken 2 to 3 times a day, then go up to 300 and continue adding until they find what works for each patient. It would take a tremendous amount to OD on this, which is why so many doctors like to use it, they can take the dosage very high, without danger and it has very few side effects. Your best bet then, is to take your doctors advice on what you should be taking and how often. ## I just started gabapentin. My doctor told me to take 300 mg before bedtime for the first week and then move u...

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head pain, food, legs ## Gabapentin was originally developed for the treatment of epilepsy, and is currently widely used to relieve neuropathic pain. For more information about this drug, please refer to the link below... If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to help you. ## GABAPENTIN 600MG TAB OBLONG LIGHT GREEN SCOREDTAB R636 ## can you tell me wat are these pill's for premarin 0.9 mg tabs & Gabapentin 600 mg & TRAMA-DOL HCI 50 MG MYLAN ## Doc given me gabapentin for cervical spondlysis n tennis elbow.pls tel me its uses in dis cond ## I've been taking gabapentin 100mg 3 times a day with the help of my PCP. I've stopped taking a lot of medications topomax, trazadon,oxymorphone, colonapin,Sevilla with my Dr help. After 30 ...

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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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I am taking gabapentin 100mg at night for CRPS2. After two weeks I had awful side effects. So, I after discussing w my doctor; I am taking gabapentin during my menstrual cycle as this makes my disability worse. But right after my cycle I got pms bad. Pain and vomiting. Does gabapentin effect hormones? ## Most medications can affect your hormones, according to FDA reports, so your menstrual cycle might change, and you may bleed more, or less than normal. The length of your cycle may also change. Are you on any other medications? Antidepressants are one of the worse for causing such issues, according to NIH studies. ## No. No I am not taking any other medications. And since it is suppose to be out of my system by morning, I don't understand why it effects me so badly.

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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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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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