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Gabapentin

Gabapentin (Neurontin) is a medicine used for nerve pain following shingles and for certain types of seizures. This page lists the one formulation in the catalogue.

Medicine containing Gabapentin

Neurontin

Postherpetic Neuralgia, Partial Onset Seizures

100mg · 300mg · 400mg · 600mg · 800mg

Gabapentin capsules for nerve pain after shingles and for partial seizures. It calms overactive nerve signals.

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Key points

  • Gabapentin is an anticonvulsant medicine that calms overactive nerve signals.
  • Neurontin capsules come in five strengths, from 100mg to 800mg, giving dosing flexibility.
  • Pfizer is the originator, and the brand name is Neurontin.

What gabapentin is used for

Gabapentin is listed for nerve pain following shingles (postherpetic neuralgia) and for partial-onset seizures. It calms overactive nerve signals to reduce pain episodes and manage seizure frequency. The capsule is taken by mouth, with or without food.

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