Gabapentin – 300mg

What is gabapentin used for?

Gabapentin is commonly used to treat and prevent seizures in people with epilepsy or to treat nerve pain (postherpetic neuralgia) that can occur after a viral infection called shingles.

Gabapentin may also be used for other conditions as determined by your healthcare provider.

How does gabapentin work (mechanism of action)?

The exact way that gabapentin works for nerve pain or seizures is unknown. Gabapentin may block certain signals from nerves. Seizures are caused by electrical activity in the brain that is not normal. Gabapentin may interfere with the abnormal electrical activity of the brain.

How is gabapentin supplied (dosage forms)?

Gabapentin is available as Gralise, Neurontin, and generic gabapentin in the following dosage forms that are taken by mouth.

• 100 mg, 300 mg, 400 mg oral capsules
• 250 mg/5 mL oral solution
• 100 mg, 300 mg, 400 mg, 450 mg, 600 mg, 750 mg, 800 mg, 900 mg oral tablets

How should I store gabapentin?

Oral Tablet and Oral Capsule. Gabapentin oral tablets and oral capsules should be stored at room temperature, between 68 F to 77 F (20 C to 25 C). It can be exposed to temperatures between 59 F to 86 F (15 C to 30 C), for shorter periods of time, such as when transporting it. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep in a tightly closed container.