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Can Gabapentin Be Taken For Neck Pain?

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Posted on Mon, 16 Nov 2015
Question: I have worn out joint facets in my neck and I have been prescribed Gabapentin. Is this the best drug for the pain caused through this problem?
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Answered by Dr. Saumya Mittal (33 minutes later)
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I am Dr Mittal.
I have read your message.
I think I can help you.

Amongst the medicines available for the condition, 2 drugs are best prescribed. one of the 2 is gabapentin. the other is pregabalin.

the 2 are almost equally effective. I however prefer pregabalin in my patients. it's stronger than gabapentine.

so if gabapentine is not helping you much you can try for a prescription for pregabalin.

Best of luck. Dr Mittal.
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Can Gabapentin Be Taken For Neck Pain?

Brief Answer: Options Detailed Answer: Hi. I am Dr Mittal. I have read your message. I think I can help you. Amongst the medicines available for the condition, 2 drugs are best prescribed. one of the 2 is gabapentin. the other is pregabalin. the 2 are almost equally effective. I however prefer pregabalin in my patients. it's stronger than gabapentine. so if gabapentine is not helping you much you can try for a prescription for pregabalin. Best of luck. Dr Mittal.