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Gabapentin Oral Solution Active Ingredients: Gabapentin Oral Solution Representative Names: Neurontin Oral Solution Available Product Images: What is gabapentin oral solution? What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine? How should I take this medicine? What if I miss a dose? What drug(s) may interact with gabapentin? What side effects may I notice from taking gabapentin? What should I watch for while taking gabapentin? Where can I keep my medicine? What is gabapentin oral solution? (Back to top) GABAPENTIN (Neurontin® Oral Solution) is effective in helping to control partial seizures (convulsions) in adults with epilepsy. Gabapentin is also used to help relieve certain types of nerve pain, and may be prescribed for other nervous system disorders. Generic gabapentin oral solution is not yet available. What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine? (Back to top) They need to know if you have any of these conditions: •kidney disease •an unusual or allergic reaction to gabapentin, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives •pregnant or trying to get pregnant •breast-feeding How should I take this medicine? (Back to top) Take gabapentin oral solution by mouth. Shake the bottle well before each use. Carefully measure the dose needed. Use a specially marked spoon or dropper to measure your medicine. Tell your pharmacist if you do not have one; household spoons are not always accurate. If gabapentin upsets your stomach, take it with food or milk. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. What if I miss a dose? (Back to top) If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses. What drug(s) may interact with gabapentin? (Back to top) •antacids •cimetidine •sevelamer Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines. What side effects may I notice from taking gabapentin? (Back to top) Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible: Rare or uncommon: •difficulty breathing or tightening of the throat •swelling of lips or tongue •rash May occur in children: •fever •hyperactivity •hostile or aggressive behavior •mood changes or changes in behavior •difficulty concentrating Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): •constipation •difficulty walking or controlling muscle movements •dizziness, drowsiness •dry mouth •back pain, joint aches and pains •indigestion, gas or heartburn •loss of appetite •nausea •pain, burning or tingling in the hands or feet •restlessness •sexual difficulty (impotence) •skin itching •slurred speech •sore gums •tremor •weight gain What should I watch for while taking gabapentin? (Back to top) Visit your prescriber or health care professional for a regular check on your progress. You may want to keep a personal record at home of how you feel your condition is responding to gabapentin treatment. You may want to share this information with your prescriber or health care professional at each visit. Wear a Medic Alert bracelet or necklace if you are taking gabapentin for seizures. Carry an identification card with information about your condition, medications, and prescriber or health care professional. You should contact your prescriber or health care professional if your seizures get worse or if you have any new types of seizures. Do not stop taking gabapentin or any of your seizure medicines unless instructed by your prescriber or health care professional. Stopping your medicine suddenly can increase your seizures or their severity. You may get drowsy, dizzy, or have blurred vision. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how gabapentin affects you. To reduce dizzy or fainting spells, do not sit or stand up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. Alcohol can increase drowsiness and dizziness. Avoid alcoholic drinks. If you are going to have surgery, tell your prescriber or health care professional that you are taking gabapentin. Where can I keep my medicine? (Back to top) Keep out of reach of children in a container that small children cannot open. Store refrigerated, between 2—8 degrees C (36—46 degrees F). Do not freeze. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date. Last Updated:07/29/2005 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY© GOLD STANDARD MULTIMEDIA INC, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of the product is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before taking the product.