General Info:

Neurontin (Gabapentin) affects chemicals and nerves in the body that are involved in the cause of seizures and some types of pain. The exact way that it works is unknown.

Neurontin (Gabapentin) is used with other drugs in the treatment of some types of seizures and for the management of postherpetic neuralgia (nerve pain caused by the herpes virus or shingles).

Neurontin (Gabapentin) is almost as effective as carbamazepine but involves fewer side effects. The starting dose is usually 300mg three times a day and this is increased to a maximal dose. The most common adverse reactions include somnolence (sleepiness), ataxia (decreased coordination), fatigue, and nystagmus (rapid movements of the eye). There is no known interaction with Tegretol or Dilantin, permitting usage of these drugs in combination with Neurontin (Gabapentin). As with all of these drugs, rapid discontinuation should be avoided as severe withdrawal reactions may occur.