Moreover, because NEURONTIN causes somnolence and dizziness [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)], patients should be advised not to operate complex machinery until they have gained sufficient experience on NEURONTIN to assess whether NEURONTIN impairs their ability to perform such tasks. Gabapentin package insert / prescribing information for healthcare professionals. Includes: indications, dosage, adverse reactions and pharmacology. Moreover, because NEURONTIN causes somnolence and dizziness [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)], patients should be advised not to operate complex machinery until they have gained sufficient experience on NEURONTIN to assess whether NEURONTIN impairs their ability to perform such tasks. Moreover, because NEURONTIN causes somnolence and dizziness [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3)], patients should be advised not to operate complex machinery until they have gained sufficient experience on NEURONTIN to assess whether NEURONTIN impairs their ability to perform such tasks. Download DRUG LABEL INFO: PDF XML Medication Guide: HTML Official Label (Printer Friendly) View All Sections Close All Sections HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION RECENT MAJOR CHANGES Warnings and Precautions, Respiratory Depression ( ) 04/2020 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Gabapentin is indicated for: Postherpetic neuralgia in adults ( ) Adjunctive therapy in the treatment of partial onset Medications affected by this warning include gabapentin (brand names: Neurontin and Gralise), gabapentin enacarbil (a gabapentin pro-drug under the brand name Horizant), pregabalin (brand names: Lyrica and Lyrica CR) and generic versions of gabapentinoids. The FDA recently issued strong gabapentin warnings to doctors. It should not be prescribed with opioids if patients have respiratory problems like COPD. DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION - The active ingredient in gabapentin capsules, USP is gabapentin which has the chemical name - 1- (aminoethyl) cyclohexaneacetic acid. Moreover, because NEURONTIN causes somnolence and dizziness [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)], patients should be advised not to operate complex machinery until they have gained sufficient experience on NEURONTIN to assess whether NEURONTIN impairs their ability to perform such tasks. DESCRIPTION Neurontin® (gabapentin) Capsules, Neurontin (gabapentin) Tablets, and Neurontin (gabapentin) Oral Solution are supplied as imprinted hard shell capsules containing 100 mg, 300 mg, and 400 mg of gabapentin, elliptical film-coated tablets containing 600 mg and 800 mg of gabapentin or an oral solution containing 250 mg/5 mL of gabapentin. The uses of Gabapentin are primarily for treating seizures and nerve pain, with additional off-label applications for anxiety, insomnia, and withdrawal symptoms. Gabapentin is an FDA-approved drug for epilepsy and postherpetic neuralgia. It helps regulate nerve activity to prevent seizures and relieve chronic pain caused by nerve damage. Life-threatening Respiratory Depression Concomitant use of TEVA-GABAPENTIN with opioids may result in respiratory depression, profound sedation, syncope, and death. (see 7 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS, Neurologic, Concomitant Use With Opioids) Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc. The following 18 images provide visual information about the product associated with Gabapentin NDC 82619-144 by Creekwood Pharmaceuticals Llc, such as packaging, labeling, and the appearance of the drug itself. This resource could be helpful for medical professionals, pharmacists, and patients seeking to verify medication information and ensure they have the correct product. FDA is requiring new warnings about risk of respiratory depression in patients who use gabapentanoids with opioids or drugs that depress the nervous system Moreover, because NEURONTIN causes somnolence and dizziness [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)], patients should be advised not to operate complex machinery until they have gained sufficient experience on NEURONTIN to assess whether NEURONTIN impairs their ability to perform such tasks. Uses Warnings Before taking Dosage Side effects Interactions FAQ What is gabapentin? Gabapentin (Neurontin, Gralise, Horizant) is a medicine used to treat partial seizures, nerve pain from shingles and restless leg syndrome. It works on the chemical messengers in your brain and nerves. Gabapentin is from a group of medicines called anticonvulsants. There are postmarketing reports of life-threatening or fatal respiratory depression in patients taking NEURONTIN with opioids or other CNS depressants, or in the setting of underlying respiratory impairment [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7)]. In addition to being used to treat pain, gabapentin is used off label to treat anxiety, alcohol use disorder (AUD), alcohol withdrawal, depression, substance use disorders (SUDs), sleep problems, and more. However, the data to support these off-label uses of gabapentin are mixed, especially for long-term use. Moreover, because NEURONTIN causes somnolence and dizziness [see Warnings and Precautions (5.4)], patients should be advised not to operate complex machinery until they have gained sufficient experience on NEURONTIN to assess whether NEURONTIN impairs their ability to perform such tasks.
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