Are There any Serious Interactions With Gabapentin and Other Medications?

Gabapentin (Neurontin) is an anticonvulsant (antiseizure) medication that’s FDA approved to treat seizures and post-herpetic neuralgia (nerve pain from shingles). It’s also considered a first-choice treatment option for general nerve pain. But this is an off-label use. Gabapentin is also available as Gralise, an extended-release (ER) formulation. It’s approved for post-herpetic neuralgia. Another ER formulation (Horizant) is FDA approved for post-herpetic neuralgia and restless leg … Read more

How Can Gabapentin Affect Other Medicines?

It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with this medicine. Similarly, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medicines while taking this one, to make sure that the combination is safe. … Read more