Neurontin
Formulated to alleviate severe nerve pain and seizure recurrence to support spinal neural paths and target physical ease.
- Category
- Neurology
- Active ingredient
- Gabapentin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule; Tablet
- Strengths
- 100mg · 300mg · 400mg · 600mg · 800mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Neurontin, depending on stock.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Neurontin vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Neurontin details
- Conditions
- Postherpetic Neuralgia · Partial Onset Seizures
- Alternative names
- gabapentin
- Therapeutic class
- Gabapentinoid
- Pharmacological class
- Anticonvulsant
- Known off-label uses
- neuropathic pain; fibromyalgia; hot flashes
- Contraindications
- severe hypersensitivity to gabapentin
- Minor side effects
- dizziness; somnolence; fatigue
- Moderate side effects
- peripheral oedema; dry mouth; weight gain
- Dosage forms
- Capsule; Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- Pfizer
- Onset Time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Antacids; Morphine; Alcohol
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children over three years and adults based on indication.
Serious side effects
suicidal ideation, requires immediate medical attention; severe respiratory depression, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
formulated to alleviate severe nerve pain and seizure recurrence to support spinal neural paths and target physical ease.
Mechanism of action
Binds specifically to alpha-2-delta calcium channel subunits in spinal cord structures, reducing output of excitatory neurotransmitters.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
TGA Category C: Use if potential benefits exceed risks. Breastfeeding: Expelled in low amounts.
What you will receive
Neurontin is the originator brand name, made by Pfizer. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Pfizer.
- The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Gabapentin is offered.
- The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
- Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.