During treatment for epilepsy, the anticonvulsant Neurontin (commonly referred to as Gabapentin) is utilized since it is highly successful in managing partial seizures (convulsions). Neurontin is not effective in treating epilepsy and is only prescribed to patients to control their seizure symptoms while they are taking the medication.

In addition, Neurontin may be prescribed to people suffering from postherpetic neuralgia in order to alleviate their discomfort (health condition accompanied by pain occurring after shingles). Neurontin can also be used to treat neurological conditions in the brain, such as seizures, while at the same time reducing the patient's level of discomfort. It is not possible to alleviate the discomfort produced by arthritis or other minor injuries with Neurontin.

The appropriate dose of Neurontin varies depending on the individual patient, the medication's strength, and their medical condition. Always make sure that you are following the directions that the doctor gives you as well as the information that is in the prescription booklet. During the course of your treatment, your physician can decide to change your dosage. The information that follows only pertains to an average dosage.

There is a possibility that some of the bad effects described above won't require medical attention and will go away throughout the course of treatment, once your body has developed an appropriate tolerance to the medication. Always be sure to see your healthcare provider in order to obtain prompt guidance on how to lessen or completely avoid any unwanted side effects.