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Restless Legs. Taking Gabapentin. Has Painful Gums. Is It Caused By The Medicine?
Hi, I m currently taking 300mg of Gabapentin for restless legs syndrome . I have been on this medication for 4 months. This has coincided with developing painful gums. There is no visible inflammation of my gums - just discomfort. Could the gabapentin be the cause of this discomfort? If there is a relationship between the two, would this be reversed if I stopped taking it? Are there long term consequences of continuing on this drug? With thanks! Denny
Mon, 29 Jul 2013
Hello,
Welcome at HCM.
Gabapentin do lead to dry mouth,this may lead to gum infection & gum swelling.Try for other alternative.You should discuss this with your doctor.
With best wishes.
Welcome at HCM.
Gabapentin do lead to dry mouth,this may lead to gum infection & gum swelling.Try for other alternative.You should discuss this with your doctor.
With best wishes.
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