Side effect(s) of Gabapentin

Read the side effects of Gabapentin as described in the medical literature. In case of any doubt consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Body As A Whole - Fatigue, increased weight, back pain, swelling in the extremities, weakness, infection, headache, accidental injury and abdominal pain.

Heart - Dilatation of blood vessels.

Gastrointestinal - Indigestion, dry mouth or throat, constipation, increased appetite, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and flatulence.

Blood - Decrease in white blood cells.

Musculoskeletal - Muscle pain and fracture.

Central Nervous System - Drowsiness, dizziness, incoordination, night blindness, tremor, nervousness, memory loss, depression, abnormal thinking and twitching.

Respiratory - Runny nose and cough.

Skin - Abrasion, itching and rash.

Metabolic - Swelling in the extremities, weight gain and increased blood sugar.

Genitourinary - Impotence.

Eye and ENT - Blurred vision, eye inflammation, double vision and ear infection.

Other Precautions : * Avoid excess dosage.

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