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Does Neurontin Lead To Weight Gain?

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Posted on Mon, 21 Feb 2022
Question: Have you heard of Neurontin causing weight gain? Also it seems to help with mood and migraines but sometimes can make mood worse
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Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (38 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Neurontin side effects are as mentioned

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Neuritis(gabapentin) causes weight gain. The gain may be 5-10 kg.
It also causes mood changes either depression or anxiety.
Increased sleep may improve headache too.
Other common side effects are dizziness, vertigo or nausea.

Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further information.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
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Does Neurontin Lead To Weight Gain?

Brief Answer: Neurontin side effects are as mentioned Detailed Answer: Hello, Neuritis(gabapentin) causes weight gain. The gain may be 5-10 kg. It also causes mood changes either depression or anxiety. Increased sleep may improve headache too. Other common side effects are dizziness, vertigo or nausea. Hope you found the answer helpful. Do get back to me for further information. Regards Dr N Kumar Neurologist