Gabapentin is a medication that is used to treat epilepsy, nerve pain, and restless legs syndrome. It is a generic drug that has been on the market for over 20 years. However, in recent years, there have been growing concerns about the safety of gabapentin.
Gabapentin can cause a number of side effects, including:
In some cases, gabapentin can also cause more serious side effects, such as:
The dangers of gabapentin are well-documented. In 2019, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning about the risks of gabapentin, including the risk of death. The FDA also required gabapentin manufacturers to add a black box warning to the drug's label, which is the most serious type of warning that the FDA can issue.
The FDA's warning is based on a number of studies that have shown that gabapentin can increase the risk of death in people who take it. One study, published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine, found that people who took gabapentin were 35% more likely to die from any cause than people who did not take the drug.
Anyone who takes gabapentin is at risk for side effects. However, certain people are at a higher risk, including:
If you are experiencing any side effects from gabapentin, it is important to talk to your doctor. Your doctor may lower your dose or switch you to a different medication.
There are a number of other medications that can be used to treat epilepsy, nerve pain, and restless legs syndrome. These medications include:
Talk to your doctor about which medication is right for you.
Gabapentin is a dangerous drug that can have serious side effects, including death. If you are taking gabapentin, it is important to be aware of the risks and to talk to your doctor about whether the benefits of the drug outweigh the risks.
Side Effect | Percentage of People Who Experience It |
---|---|
Drowsiness | 20-30% |
Dizziness | 10-20% |
Nausea | 10-15% |
Vomiting | 5-10% |
Constipation | 5-10% |
Diarrhea | 5-10% |
Headache | 5-10% |
Blurred vision | 5-10% |
Difficulty concentrating | 5-10% |
Memory loss | 5-10% |
Muscle weakness | 5-10% |
Tingling or numbness in the hands or feet | 5-10% |
Suicidal thoughts | 1-2% |
Side Effect | Percentage of People Who Experience It |
---|---|
Liver damage | Less than 1% |
Kidney damage | Less than 1% |
Heart failure | Less than 1% |
Stroke | Less than 1% |
Death | Less than 1% |
Medication | Uses |
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Pregabalin | Epilepsy, nerve pain, restless legs syndrome |
Carbamazepine | Epilepsy, nerve pain, bipolar disorder |
Lamotrigine | Epilepsy, bipolar disorder |
Topiramate | Epilepsy, migraines, bipolar disorder |
Valproic acid | Epilepsy, bipolar disorder, migraines |
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