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On gabapentin 300mg daily at bedtime for 2-3 months because of numb toes, prescribed by neurologist but lost insurance because of the pandemic. tapering necessary when i want to stop on sep or oct for such low dose?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Gabapentin: Even if a taper is not required - you should still inform/ discuss with the prescribing provider.

Answered 7/26/2020

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A member asked:

On gabapentin 300mg daily at bedtime for 2-3 months because of numb toes, prescribed by neurologist but lost insurance because of the pandemic. tapering necessary when i want to stop on sep or oct for such low dose?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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