A member asked:

Hello doctor, i keep getting this random twiching on my left hand skin and index finger of right hand too twiches for 1-2 second and stops. this happens atleast twice-thrice in half and hour usually when i am rest. i do have rls and take gabapentin?

Q: hello doctor, i keep getting this random twiching on my left hand skin and index finger of right hand too twiches for 1-2 second and stops. this happens atleast twice-thrice in half and hour usually when i am rest. i do have rls and take gabapentin?

: Tremors are a common side effect of gabapentin. If this started after you initiated gabapentin or increased it, this could be the cause. I would first speak to the prescribing doc about this to get guidance on your next step. Another possibility is fasciculations that can arise from fatigue, poor sleep and/or excessive caffeine intake.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Tamler answered

Tremors are a common side effect of gabapentin. If this started after you initiated gabapentin or increased it, this could be the cause. I would first speak to the prescribing doc about this to get guidance on your next step. Another possibility is fasciculations that can arise from fatigue, poor sleep and/or excessive caffeine intake.

Answered 7/27/2021

0 views

Thank

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

A member asked:

Hello doctor, i keep getting this random twiching on my left hand skin and index finger of right hand too twiches for 1-2 second and stops. this happens atleast twice-thrice in half and hour usually when i am rest. i do have rls and take gabapentin?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Tamler answered

Related Questions

A member asked:

Doc for two weeks the skin of my finger tips has been peeling off . I don't use any chemicals. Wash my hands when i eat work washroom, etc .

A member asked:

What can cause neck pain and numbness in hands while sleeping. While working I have twisting of fingers and restless legs while resting.

A member asked:

Hello Doctor, i take gabapentin once daily for RLS , my question can i take it on alternative day instead of daily?? My symptoms are of mild intensity. Since i will require medicine for years, I don't want to develop tolerance and side effects ?

A member asked:

Been on gabapentin for months now for RLS but suffering from daytime sleepiness due to that, is there any alternative to gabapentin that does not cause EDS? or any tips to not get this side effect ? Thanks Doctor(s?

A member asked:

My dad is 84 and diabetic and here within the last 2 months he has got water blisters appearing on legs below knees and feet and one on palm side of finger. Been going to wound center to treat but they dont know wht caused it. Referd to skin doctor?

Sponsored Content

People also searched for:

I had 4 fingers amputated in May. Plus skin grafts on hand i am still in pain,throbbing,numb how long will this last? Taking gabapentin for nerve pain

My one yr old constantly moves his thumb & fingers on his left hand & he likes to rock and hit his head. Normal? His doc said to keep an eye on it. Wh

My left index finger has been tender since this summer. I've tried icing and resting it, but i'm scared to go to the doctor. Any ideas?

How long one can stay on gabapentin for RLS?? i am in my 30s, will taking this medicine affects kidney or brain in long run? i am worried, as i have to take this medicine daily for like rest of my life. I am just skeptical and worried about that?

Sometimes only a few fingers are cold, rest are warm. Also get purple-ish nails(sometimes)when my hands are cold. Going 2 see doc, but should i worry?

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?