Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent. The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes this medication. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks … Read more
Gabapentin belongs to the class of medications called anti-epileptics. It is used in combination with other seizure control medications to manage and prevent seizures associated with epilepsy. Gabapentin does not cure epilepsy and only works to control seizures as long as the medication is taken. Gabapentin works by affecting the transmission of nerve signals in … Read more
When taking gabapentin, it’s important to be aware of certain interactions, substances, and activities that can amplify side effects or reduce the medication’s effectiveness. Antacids can reduce the amount of gabapentin that the body takes in so it does not work as well. To stop this happening, if you need to take an antacid, take … Read more
Trazodone, commonly prescribed for depression, insomnia, or anxiety, can interact with other substances or medications in ways that could be harmful. Here are some examples of potentially dangerous combinations: 1. Alcohol Combining trazodone with alcohol can enhance sedation, dizziness, and impair motor coordination. It also increases the risk of overdose and respiratory depression. 2. Other … Read more
Gabapentin is a drug that is sold under numerous brand names (most commonly, Neurontin), and there are numerous generic forms of the drug. Gabapentin is formally listed as an anticonvulsant drug, meaning that it is designed to control seizures. It is also used for the control of certain types of pain, for anxiety control in … Read more
Menopause is one of the most significant events in a woman’s life and brings in a number of physiological changes that affect the life of a woman permanently. There have been a lot of speculations about the symptoms that appear before, during and after the onset of menopause. These symptoms constitute the postmenopausal syndrome; they … Read more
Diabetic neuropathy is a type of nerve damage caused by prolonged high blood sugar levels and is one of the most common complications of diabetes. Prevention and treatment focus on managing blood sugar levels, alleviating symptoms, and slowing the progression of nerve damage. Foot pain is common in people who have diabetes. It’s commonly caused … Read more
Gabapentin is a medication primarily used to treat nerve-related conditions such as neuropathic pain, seizures, and sometimes anxiety disorders. Gabapentin (Neurontin) is FDA approved to treat seizures and nerve pain from shingles. But it’s often used for off-label reasons, such as nerve pain from diabetes. It can cause sexual side effects, but it’s rare. Gabapentin … Read more
Gabapentin is a prescription medication initially developed to treat epilepsy. It is also widely used for managing certain types of nerve pain (neuropathic pain). Gabapentin belongs to a class of drugs called anticonvulsants, which work by calming overactive nerve signals in the brain and nervous system. It depends on what you’re treating. For example, you … Read more
Gabapentin is generally considered safe for the liver and kidneys when taken at prescribed doses. However, certain considerations are important for individuals with pre-existing liver or kidney conditions, as gabapentin is primarily eliminated by the kidneys and not metabolized significantly by the liver. Gabapentin (Neurontin) usually isn’t bad for your liver or kidneys. In most … Read more