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What is the definition or description of: gabapentin?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Gabapentin: Also called neurontin, (gabapentin) is an anticonvulsant medication used to treat seizure, also for post-herpetic neuralgia & other neuropathic pains, as well as restless leg syndrome. It works by lowering excitation of brain through gaba.

Answered 5/5/2016

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Multiple: It is a medication that like many other medications utilized in the "neuro science" field, has multiple uses, it is used as an anticonvulsant, mood stabilizer, it also has pain modulating properties as well as some help with severe anxiety.

Answered 12/26/2019

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Dr. Brian Le answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Gabapentin: Gabapentin is an anti-convulsant medication. It is commonly used for seizure, chronic pain, headaches, and neuropathy.

Answered 6/25/2014

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