When taking gabapentin, it’s important to be aware of certain interactions, substances, and activities that can amplify side effects or reduce the medication’s effectiveness. Antacids can reduce the amount of gabapentin that the body takes in so it does not work as well. To stop this happening, if you need to take an antacid, take … Read more
Gabapentin (Neurontin) is an anticonvulsant (antiseizure) medication that’s FDA approved to treat seizures and post-herpetic neuralgia (nerve pain from shingles). It’s also considered a first-choice treatment option for general nerve pain. But this is an off-label use. Gabapentin is also available as Gralise, an extended-release (ER) formulation. It’s approved for post-herpetic neuralgia. Another ER formulation (Horizant) is FDA approved for post-herpetic neuralgia and restless leg … Read more