Anticonvulsant Forums (Page 68)

I am extremely dizzy, have a very unsteady gait, and am finding the activities of daily life becoming a challenge. I stopped Neurontin 5 days ago after taking it for 8 days. How long will it stay in my system? ## It really shouldn't take too much longer, since you weren't taking it for that long. However, are you certain these symptoms have been caused by the medication? Have they eased up at all since you stopped it? ## I feel light headed and dizzy too. I was driving in my town and felt like I did not know where I was for a second or two. It was scary. I don't like this feeling at all. I took 6 of them,,,Will these show a false positive on a hair drug test? I took two a few months ago and had a test with no problem but I worry.. ## I was prescribed gabapentin for nerve pai...

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IT IS A PURPLE AND WHITE CAPSULE EVERY TIME MY HUSBAND TAKE IT ABOUT 2 HRS LATTER HIS FACE BREAK OUT THEN IT PEELS IT ITCHES ## Phenytoin is a commonly prescribed anti-epileptic medication. Though it is also used to treat arrhythmia and some types of neuralgia. Has he spoken to his doctor about this? This sounds like it could be a severe allergic reaction and he should speak to his doctor immediately about this. You can read more on the medication here: ## what does delayed release capsule ## & tense and it hurts to move my head from side to side. Could that be from the Medication? ## Iv been taken Phenytoin for 2 weeks now. And my neck has been sore & tense and it hurts to move my head from side to side. Could that be from the Medication? ## I want to take natural herbs to help...

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I had a seizure. will drug keep me from having them ## Although Levetiracetam is an anticonvulsant medication used to treat epilepsy, everyone's reaction to this drug may be entirely different; whereas some people get great results, but there are others that it inevitably just doesn't work for no matter how many they take. Unfortunately when it comes to prescription drugs, the only to find out is to try it for yourself and decide after a few days to a week or so if this drug is really right for you. You can learn more about it here: Levetiracetam Details Is this something your doctor recommended you take?

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What is this drug prescribed for? ## Gabapentin is the generic for Neurontin, it is an anticonvulsant that helps treat seizures and certain types of nerve pain. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, dizziness and mood swings. Read more: Are there any other questions I can help you with? ## IS THIS MEDICINE USED FOR NIGHT SWEATS

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I am on this pill for migraines. The doctor said I'll be on it for the rest of my life. Is this going to be safe? I also get the "tinglings" in my toes, fingers and my face. ## Did you mean to say IG 279 as opposed to just 279? If so, I located the yellow pill to be Topiramate (50 mg). It is FDA approved for, and most frequently prescribed for, the prevention of migraines. It may also be used in treatment of fibromyalgia; if that's what you are referring to with the "tinglings" in your toes, fingers, and face? You can view a detailed description of the drug by clicking on the link below... As far as safety goes, there will always be a risk for experiencing side effects with any prescription drug. It is just your job to contact your doctor immediately if you exper...

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I have been taking neurotin for 3 years. I take 800mg 3 times daily. I would like to know if shaking is a side effect. It started about 3 months ago. ## Hi Marlene, Interestingly enough, an "uncontrollable shaking of a part of your body" is listed as a side effect of Neurontin (Gabapentin). Ref: nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a694007.html#side-effects This medication seems to have some pretty strange side effects, so I would play it safe and talk to your doctor if it becomes too bothersome or severe. I hope this info helps!

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i have been prescribed butalb-apap-caff 50-325-40 tab as part of an epilepsy seizure treatment. directions are take one tablet every 4 hrs as needed for pain but not more than 3 days in a row. can anyone explain the reason for taking not more than 3 days in a row? ## I can't speak for your doctor and their specific reasoning for it, but there are usually several reasons that these instructions may be included and I can inform you what some of those are. One reason would be the risk of it masking other serious symptoms, for instance, if you're taking so much of something to relieve pain that you're not realizing that your pain is getting a lot worse and requires another look by a medial professional. There are also other symptoms that may be masked, such as worsening seizures...

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I have been prescribed Topamax for binge eating. This will be my third time taking it. Each time I go off of it I do so believing I can conquer my eating disorder myself; however, I have been unsuccessful in breaking the cycle. Topamax helps me calm my cravings and balance my moods. I have read that it is not as effective the more times one starts and stops the medication. I have only back on the medication a short two weeks and feel a very little difference; perhaps I am inpatient because I know what I did feel like prior to coming off of it. Is anyone aware of its effectiveness once stopped and readministered with regard to binging and weight loss? Thank you. ## Actually, the opposite is usually true, taking a break from a medication helps keep your body from growing tolerant to it, s...

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if prescribed 600 mgs of gabapetin 3 times a day, is it ok to take all 3 at bedtime instead of during the day due to drowsiness? ## Hi rita, Depending on what you're taking it for, the usual adult dose is taken orally in 3 divided doses. If you do take it all at once (which you can), then I'd imagine you'd have to take more at some point in the day when it begins to wear off; thus making you take more than you are prescribed to take. Have you talked to your doctor about upping your dosage?

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I have a bottle of 25MG Topamax that I take 3 pills (75MG) at bedtime for extreme headaches that make my skull bulge where the pain is. I noticed that the pills expired 3/22/2011 but I no longer have medical insurance. Are they still ok to take? ## Topamax isn't a medication that gets dangerous, per se, after the expiration date. But it does start to lose effectiveness, so it will not work as well as it did, when it was new. The effectiveness will also be affected by how it was stored. For instance, if it was stored in a dark, relatively cool, dry place, then it will degrade much slower than if it was store in a brightly lit, warm, damp area. Learn more Topamax details here. I know it isn't always financially possible, or practical, but as soon as you can, the best thing you can...

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my doctor prescribed urbanol 5mg for reflux and it really helps as I get it right in my left rib cage. ## Urbanol contains the active ingredient Clobazam, which is a Benzodiazepine derivative that is used to treat anxiety and convulsions, but it will not treat acid reflux. Learn more Clobazam details here. Are you sure that's why it was prescribed?

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phenytoin sod ext, i have neck pains, odd rashes and always dizzy,.. arent these pills help you not have siezures? not make you feel like your gona have them? am i making any sense.. i have to take 3 every night and i just started..this medication doesnt seem to be working or doing it's job.. ## How long have you been taking them? What you've described can be normal side effects to this medication, but they should hit their peak at about 4 to 6 weeks of use, then start to taper off as your body adjusts to the medication. Learn more: If the symptoms are severely problematic for you, then you should contact your doctor, as it may not be the right medication for you to use, or you may be on too high of a dosage. ## I have been taking this medication almost 1 year. I began to take s...

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Hi. I'm Kelly. I had severe head injury 23 years ago; was in coma for a month and half and had 15% permanent disability. I've always gotten very confused pretty easily but it's gotten much worse. I'm supervisor at drug store and at end of night I am to calculate and record financial information. I took $6,000 back to office and totally forgot to count it. Just left it lying on desk scattered out and I don't remember doing it. Or not doing it. It kills me to think of the morning supervisor walking into office and finding all of that. That prompted me to make an appointment w/Neurologist. I've had these feelings of zoning out; it's weird and can't explain it. So, she put me on Keppra. It is absolutely horrible. I'm taking 1500 mg a day. I've been on...

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Tanish capsule With D on top & 03 on bottom. Can u tell me what this could Brown please.Thank you so much! ## This capsule contains 300mgs of Gabapentin, which is an anticonvulsant that's also used to treat certain types of nerve pain and as a mood stabilizer. Learn more Gabapentin details here. Where did you find it?

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I'm allergic to sulfa antibiotics and have been hesitant to start my new script- I just read some posts about it being common to be allergic to topamax with a sulfa allergy... Scared to try my new drug- ;) anxiety is why he prescribed it... Ugh ## I am really not sure how effective this would be at treating anxiety. Topamax contains the active ingredient Topiramate and it is an anticonvulsant, though it has also been used to treat migraines and bipolar disorder. Learn more Topamax details here. I haven't found anything mentioning it being common to be allergic to it, if you have a sulfa allergy. Additionally, a sulfa antibiotic allergy and other sulfa drugs aren't the same thing and being allergic to one doesn't necessarily mean you're allergic to the other. However,...

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Hello, I want to know the sideeffects of lonterm usage of the drug encorate crono 500, does this drug lead to memory loss gradually, please suggest ## Encorate Chrono contains the active ingredient Valproic Acid, it is an anticonvulsant and mood stabilizer. And yes, the effects from long-term usage has included problems with cognitive function, though this is usually reversible by changing the dosage or discontinuing the medication, if it is creating a severe problem. Learn more: Are there any other comments or questions? ## encorate chrono 500 is prescribed to me twice daily with stalopam plus at night,Colaspa Retard too,I have parial complex epilepsy, huge discharge of mucuous in motion my sperm motility is nw low too and its count and my nerves have to strenghten as i am just married...

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sealed neurontin shelf life ## The shelf-life should be mentioned on the label, as by law I believe it is mandatory. However based on my own research, shelf-life isn't always accurately depicted and could significantly vary depending on how the medication is stored. From what I could gather, it may be up to 2-5 years from the date of manufacture. I hope this info helps!

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Is there a problem with weight gain taking neurotin? Also, I was told it is not a safe drug and has had several lawsuits. ## NEURONTIN FOR MOOD DISORDER ## You are for sure going to gain weight and NEVER feel full on it. Lyrica and gabitril are just the same also you will feel HOT like you are going to catch a fire. ONE NASTY MEDICATION ## I've taken both medications. The Neurotin didn't help at all but I've been on the Lycria for several months now. I've had minor weight gain but have never felt like I was going to catch on fire or even a hot flash. Both of these med's have been used for years. The best thing to do is speak with your doctor. ## The effects of drugs vary from person to person, there is no way of knowing if it will cause side effects or weight gain fo...

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Tiny round white pill ## This is an anticonvulsant, here's the monograph link: ## I've been diagnosed with Essential Tremors. I'm on 25mg primidone at night. I had trouble staying awake all day and had some nausea. Can I cut the pill into quarters? ## I take 100 mg of primidone nightly to control essential tremors. I have tried other Rx's but haven't been successful. Primidone makes me very tired. I have great difficulty getting out of bed early in the morning to go to work as a dental hygienist. When I get up I take Vyvanse to stimulate me, but I get tired again around 6:00pm. What other means do I have of being alert in the evenings?y

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found it and wondering what its used for ## This capsule contains 100mgs of Gabapentin, the active ingredient in Neurontin, it is an anticonvulsant that is also used to treat certain types of nerve pain. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, weight gain and dizziness. Learn more: Are there any other questions or comments? ## I was prescribed gabapendin 100 mg after back surgery (laminectomy of l3-l4 disc's. I was also given hydrocortisone/apap 5-325 (1-2 tablets every 4-6 tablets). I know the latter is for pain, what about gabapendin, will that help my pain. I am 4 days post surgery, still lots of pain. Any info for me? Thanks

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