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Is gabapentin good for anxiety?
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No: Gabapentin is indicated for seizures, painful nerve diseases, restless leg syndrome, and hot flashes. First line therapy for general anxiety is either a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (ssri) like Prozac or a serotonin–norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (snri) like cymbalta (duloxetine). You should see your family md for help with anxiety.
Answered 12/31/2016
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Not indicated but: As a secondary effect, Gabapentin may cause mild to moderate sedation.
Answered 3/11/2019
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No: I've not consistently found it to be.
Answered 7/20/2012
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A bit: It is a mood stabilizer, but not a great one. I like it for pain and anxiety, but would rarely prescribe for just andiety.
Answered 10/3/2016
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