Gabapenten
Hello I have arthritis in my lower back and have been prescribed Gabapenten 1fab 3 times a day plus 1 co codamol. On reading the leaflet it says it's for epelesy! Has anyone else been prescribed this and what are their comments please?
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It is an epilepsy treatment but it has a side effect of reducing pain, it is a commonly prescribed drug for arthritis. I was on it for a while a few years ago but did not get on with it so had to try something else.
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Good Morning @MonnyMoo and welcome to the Versus Arthritis Online Community from myself and the Moderating Team.
Gabapentin is indeed used as an anti-epilepsy medication as well as for nerve pain
This information about Osteoarthritis of the spine is useful and mentions it as a treatment option:
This is information about medications:
I know many members of the community are on or have tried Gabapentin so I will leave them to tell you of their own experiences.
Best wishes
Ellen
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