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A member asked:
Just had gall bladder surgery ( laparoscopic) .. why am i being prescribed gabapentin? is this medicine pain killer ?
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Your question is correct. This medication should NOT be used for an acute, postoperative pain. We only use Gabapentin at times for people who have post cholecystectomy syndrome, a chronic condition which has some feature of neuropathic pain.
Answered 4/6/2022
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Best is to ask the prescriber. Always ask the prescriber the reason, dose and possible side effects of medicine prescribed. Yes it could be used as a pain medicine.
Answered 4/6/2022
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Gabapentin is indicated for nerve pain and epilepsy, not for post operative management unless surgery damaged a nerve!!
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