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Is neurontin (gabapentin) an anti-inflammatory? i've been using it for sciatica and it seems to be helping

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No: Neurontin (gabapentin) is not an anti-inflammatory, but it can help with nerve pain disorders.

Answered 5/3/2016

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No: Neurontin (generic gabapentin) is a neuologic medication that was originally used to treat seizures. Nowadays it's more commonly used for neuropathy and nerve-related pain because it dampens pain signals sent from damaged nerve fibers. But it is not considered an anti-inflammatory.

Answered 11/27/2017

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Dr. Brian Le answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Neurontin (gabapentin): Neurontin (gabapentin) is not an anti-inflammatory medication. It is anti-seizure medication. It is effective for nerve pain, like sciatica.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

No Its Not: An Anti-inflammatory. The way Neurontin (gabapentin) works is that is slows pain signals through the nerves if it does it well then your pain decreases.

Answered 5/28/2016

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