Description

Ingredient:

Gabapentin 

Indication:

Neurontin is used in adults to treat neuropathic pain (nerve pain) caused by herpes virus or shingles (herpes zoster). Neurontin is also used to treat seizures in adults and children.

Direction:

Take Neurontin exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Neurontin can be taken with or without food. Do not stop using Neurontin suddenly, even if you feel fine. Stopping suddenly may cause increased seizures. Follow your doctor s instructions about tapering your dose.

Precaution:

Avoid taking an antacid within 2 hours before you take Neurontin. Antacids can make it harder for your body to absorb gabapentin.

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Neurontin.

Side effects: 

difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.