1. Overview
Gabapentin is a medicine commonly used to relieve nerve-related pain and to help control certain types of seizures. It is often prescribed when nerves are damaged or irritated, causing discomfort or tingling sensations.
2. How It Works
Gabapentin works by calming overactive nerves in the body. It helps reduce abnormal nerve signals that cause pain or seizures, helping you feel more comfortable and stable.
3. Common Uses
- Nerve pain (neuropathy)
- Post-herpetic neuralgia (pain after shingles)
- Partial seizures in epilepsy
- Restless legs syndrome (in some cases)
4. Key Benefits
- Relieves nerve-related pain
- Helps reduce seizure frequency
- Improves sleep in some patients with nerve pain
- Supports overall comfort and daily functioning
5. Safety & Precautions
- Take exactly as prescribed; do not stop suddenly without doctor’s advice
- May cause dizziness or drowsiness; avoid driving until you know how it affects you
- Inform your doctor if you have kidney problems
- Avoid alcohol, which may increase side effects
6. Scientific Literature (External Links)
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