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What is the most important information I should know about Neurontin?
• If you are taking Neurontin for seizures, do not stop taking Neurontineven if you feel better ivax neurontin generic. It is important to continue taking the medication toprevent seizures from recurring ivax neurontin generic.
• Carry or wear a medical identification tag to let others know that youare taking this medicine in the case of an emergency ivax neurontin generic.
• Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardousactivities ivax neurontin generic. Neurontin may cause dizziness or drowsiness ivax neurontin generic. If you experience dizzinessor drowsiness, avoid these activities ivax neurontin generic.

What is Neurontin?
• Neurontin affects chemicals and nerves in the body that are involvedin the cause of seizures and some types of pain ivax neurontin generic. The exact way that it worksis unknown ivax neurontin generic.
• Neurontin is used with other drugs in the treatment of some types ofseizures and for the management of postherpetic neuralgia (nerve pain causedby the herpes virus or shingles) ivax neurontin generic.
• Neurontin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in thismedication guide ivax neurontin generic.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Neurontin?
• Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have any othermedical conditions, especially kidney, liver, or heart disease ivax neurontin generic. Also discussany medicines that you take, including over-the-counter preparations ivax neurontin generic.
• Neurontin is in the FDA pregnancy category C ivax neurontin generic. This means that it is notknown whether Neurontin will be harmful to an unborn baby ivax neurontin generic. Do not take Neurontinwithout first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnantduring treatment ivax neurontin generic.
• Neurontin passes into breast milk ivax neurontin generic. Do not take Neurontin without firsttalking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby ivax neurontin generic.

How should I take Neurontin?
• Take Neurontin exactly as directed by your doctor ivax neurontin generic. If you do not understandthese directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you ivax neurontin generic.
• Take each dose of Neurontin with a full glass of water ivax neurontin generic.
• Neurontin can be taken with or without food ivax neurontin generic.
• To ensure you get the correct dose, measure the Neurontin oral solutionwith a dose-measuring cup or spoon, not a regular table spoon ivax neurontin generic. If you do nothave a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist where you can get one ivax neurontin generic.
• Carry or wear a medical identification tag to let others know that youare taking this medicine in the case of an emergency ivax neurontin generic.
• Do not stop taking Neurontin without talking to your doctor ivax neurontin generic. Suddenlystopping Neurontin may cause side effects ivax neurontin generic.
• If you are taking Neurontin for seizures, do not stop taking Neurontineven if you feel better ivax neurontin generic. It is important to continue taking the medication toprevent seizures from recurring ivax neurontin generic.
• Store Neurontin tablets and capsules at room temperature away from moistureand heat ivax neurontin generic.
• Store the Neurontin oral solution in the refrigerator ivax neurontin generic.

What happens if I miss a dose?
• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember ivax neurontin generic. However, if several hourshave passed and it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose andtake only the next regularly scheduled dose ivax neurontin generic. Do not take a double dose of themedication to catch up ivax neurontin generic.

What happens if I overdose?
• Seek emergency medical treatment ivax neurontin generic.
• Symptoms of a Neurontin overdose include double vision, drowsiness, slurredspeech, diarrhea, poor coordination, and difficulty breathing ivax neurontin generic.

What should I avoid while taking Neurontin?
• Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardousactivities ivax neurontin generic. Neurontin may cause dizziness or drowsiness ivax neurontin generic. If you experience dizzinessor drowsiness, avoid these activities ivax neurontin generic.
• Avoid alcohol during treatment with Neurontin ivax neurontin generic. Alcohol may increase therisk of having side effects while taking Neurontin ivax neurontin generic.

What are the possible side effects of Neurontin?
• If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop takingNeurontin and seek medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:
· an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat;swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives) ivax neurontin generic.
• Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur ivax neurontin generic. Continueto take Neurontin and talk to your doctor if you experience
· dizziness, poor coordination, or drowsiness;
· blurred or double vision;
· irregular back-and- forth movements of the eyes;
· nausea and vomiting; or
· tremor ivax neurontin generic.
• If children 3 to 12 years of age experience any of the following seriousside effects, contact your doctor immediately
· emotional liability (anxiety, behavior problems, crying, false senseof well-being, mental depression, reacting too quickly, too emotionally, oroverreacting, rapidly changing moods);
· hostility (aggressive behavior, suspiciousness, or distrust);
· restlessness, hyperactivity or increase in body movements;
· amnesia (loss of memory); or
· thought disorders (concentration problems and change in school performance) ivax neurontin generic.
• Side effects other than those listed here may also occur ivax neurontin generic. Talk to yourdoctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome ivax neurontin generic.

What other drugs will affect Neurontin?
• Neurontin does not interact with other commonly used antiseizure medications ivax neurontin generic.
• Antacids will decrease the amount of Neurontin that is absorbed in thestomach ivax neurontin generic. Do not take Neurontin for at least 2 hours after a dose of antacid ivax neurontin generic.
• Neurontin may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness,including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treatinsomnia), pain relievers, anxiety medicines, and muscle relaxants ivax neurontin generic.
• Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Neurontin oraffect your condition ivax neurontin generic. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking anyprescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products ivax neurontin generic.

Where can I get more information?
• Your pharmacist has additional information about Neurontin written forhealth professionals that you may read ivax neurontin generic.

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