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ToxTests | Gabapentin (GAB) Drug Test Dip Cards
Gabapentin is an anti-epileptic drug, also called an anticonvulsant. It affects chemicals and nerves in the body that are involved in the cause of seizures and some types of pain. Gabapentin is used in adults to treat neuropathic pain (nerve pain) caused by the herpes virus or shingles (herpes zoster). In epilepsy, it may be used for those with partial seizures. It is recommended as one of a number of first line medications for the treatment of neuropathic pain in diabetic neuropathy, post-herpetic neuralgia, and central neuropathic pain. Common side effects include sleepiness and dizziness. Serious side effects may include an increased risk of suicide, aggressive behavior, and drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms.
