Nurontin

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Neurontin^® is a prescription drug approved to treat partial seizures in people with epilepsy and pain following a shingles infection (known medically as postherpetic neuralgia). The drug comes in capsule, tablet, and liquid form, and is thought to work by affecting calcium channels in the brain. The product is available in both brand-name and generic form.

The dose of Neurontin that you are prescribed will depend on your age and weight, as well as the condition being treated, among other things. As with any medicine, side effects are possible. Some of the more common side effects reported with this drug include drowsiness, dizziness, and coordination problems.

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