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Started gababpentin300mg 3xdaily 2 weeks ago & now i have a lot of large random bruises on my legs, below knees. is this a side effect or concerning?
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Bruises: Not likely to be due to gabapentin but certainly needs urgent attention before things get worse. Start by going to the nearest Emergency facility.
Answered 6/2/2015
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