• Gabapentin is used to help control seizures in adults and children. Gabapentin affects chemicals and nerves in the body that are involved in the cause of seizures and some types of pain.

How should you take this medication?

• Take this medication by mouth, with or without food, as directed by your doctor. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing.
   
• Take each dose of Gabapentin with a full glass of water.
   
• Carry or wear a medical identification tag to let others know that you are taking this medicine in the case of an emergency.
   
• If you miss a dose of Gabapentin , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

General Precautions with Gabapentin

• Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to gabapentin, or if you have any other allergies.
   
• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney disease.
   
• Gabapentin may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Gabapentin with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
   
• If you are taking Neurontin for seizures, do not stop taking Neurontin even if you feel better. It is important to continue taking the medication to prevent seizures from recurring.

What are the possible side effects of Gabapentin?

• If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking Gabapentin and contact your doctor immediately: an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing, closing of the throat, swelling of the lips, tongue, or face)
   
• Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take gabapentin and talk to your doctor if you experience: blurred, dimmed, or double vision, dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, fever, involuntary eye movement, itchy, runny nose, lack of muscular coordination, nausea, viral infection (in children), vomiting.