Neurontin

Other names used:

• Gabapentin®

Active Ingredients:

• Gabapentin

How does Neurontin work and what pharmaceutical group does it belong to?

Neurontin belongs to the group of medications called antiepileptic drugs. Gabapentin acts as inhibitory transmitter in central nervous system. Gabapentin mechanism differs from other antiepileptic agents acting through GABA synapses. In clinically significant concentrations the medication does not connect with other usual drugs and with neurotransmitter receptors in the brain. Overall Gabapentin mechanism of action has not been established yet.

Which conditions are treated with Neurontin?

Neurontin treats the following diseases:

• Epilepsy
• Neuropathy

What should a patient know before using Neurontin?

The Neurontin should not be used in cases of:

• Hypersensitivity
• Young age

With caution in:

• Pregnancy
• Breastfeeding
• Renal insufficiency

Which adverse effects may manifest when using the medication?

The side effects of Neurontin include:

• Cardiovascular system: vasodilation symptoms, hypertension
• Digestive system: dyspepsia, nausea, vomit, pain in the stomach, increased appetite, xerostomia, constipations or diarrhea
• Locomotor apparatus: myalgia, arthralgia
• CNS: drowsiness, dizziness, ataxia, nystagmus, increased fatigability, tremor, dysarthria, irritability, headache, depression, aphronia, confused mental state, anxiety, lack of energy, insomnia
• Respiratory system: rhinitis, pharyngitis, cough, pneumonia
• Urogenital system: uroclepsia, decreased potency, urinary infection
• Sensory organs: vision disorder, ringing of the ears
• Haemopoietic system: leukopenia
• Possible allergic reactions: skin rash, itch, fever, exudative erythema

It is not necessary that the side effects will manifest in an individual but the possibility still exist. For more information please consult your health care provider.

Which groups of drugs or specific preparations may interact with Neurontin?

The drug is affected by the following:

• Antacids
• Immunosuppressors
• H2-histamine receptor blockers
• Narcotic analgesics
• NSAID's

Tell your doctor about all the herbal preparations as well as prescription drugs that you are currently taking even if they are not on the list.

Important information for the patient:

Neurantin is supplied for individual use. Do not use it to treat other conditions not listed in the leaflet. Keep the product out of children reach. Do not reuse any disposable materials if supplied with the preparation.