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What are the side effects of gabapentin? which symptoms are most serious and require immediate medical attention?
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Neurontin (gabapentin): Gabapentin is usually well tolerated unless you are allergic to it. Side effects include drowsiness, poor coordination, blurry vision, fatigue and tremors(shaking). It can cause profound depression in some patients who are taking anticonvulsant medication.
Answered 8/13/2019
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