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Is Long Term Usage Of Gabapentin Harmful?
Question: Is there any danger in taking one 300mg gabapentine long term once in the evening to help my backache and to help me sleep.
Brief Answer:
You can take it for long term.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Gabapentin is a safe drug to consume on long term basis if you have no kidney disease. It is well tolerated. You can take 300mg daily in the evening to help you relax and decrease anxiety.
Once you start taking gabapentin, don't stop suddenly or you could experience withdrawal symptoms including anxiety, sleep disturbance, nausea, pain, and sweating.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
You can take it for long term.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Gabapentin is a safe drug to consume on long term basis if you have no kidney disease. It is well tolerated. You can take 300mg daily in the evening to help you relax and decrease anxiety.
Once you start taking gabapentin, don't stop suddenly or you could experience withdrawal symptoms including anxiety, sleep disturbance, nausea, pain, and sweating.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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