Gabapentin (Neurontin)

Neurontin is the brand name for gabapentin. This prescription medication is an anti-convulsant. Neurontin may be prescribed to treat pain from postherpetic neuralgia (shingles), diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage), and other pain conditions (e.g. back and leg pain). Gabapentin helps relieve pain by changing the way pain is perceived.
Last Updated: 02/28/2008
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