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I have been taking Urbanol 10mg and Allergex (not sure of the mg) one tablet of each medication twise a day. I often feel like i am just going to drift off to sleep and have done so a few times whilst at work. I also do have trouble falling asleep at night but i have found it much easier to fall asleep after i have taken my medication. ## HI, Carla! How are you doing? The culprit is most likely the Urbanol, because it contains the active ingredient Clobazam, which is a benzodiazepine derivative. This class of medications is well known to cause drowsiness and they have actually been used as sleep aids for some people that were resistant to other therapies. It also has the potential to be habit forming. Learn more Urbanol details here. You should talk to your doctor about it, it may be ne...

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Is it possible that a person who isn't epileptic can deveope seizures once on nuzak? ## I have been taking nuzak for 3 years and I had a seizure in the first year I have had 3 in the last 3 years the doctors say its not the nuzak but I am sceptical as I am 32 the seizures make me feel paralysed and I loose all bodily control I have recenty weand myself off the nuzak ## It is not a very common side effect, but yes, the NIH reports do list seizures as possibly being cause by Nuzak, which contains the active ingredient Fluoxetine. Other side effects may include nausea, drowsiness, dizziness, weight loss, and headache. However, there is also a chance that they are not due to the medication. Have your respective doctors done any testing to be sure? My husband developed epilepsy suddenly ...

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I have diabetes and neuropathy with severe pain in my hands, feet, and legs. My doctor has prescribed Neurontin for me for the last 2 years and says it will take away the pain I am having. He has also prescribed hydrocodone for the pain. When I am out of hydrocodone the neurontin does not take away any of the pain I am having. But my doctor insists that it will. Should I keep taking it or should I stop. It seems like it does not do anything for me. Thank You Very Much DONALD BURKS ## Hi Domald Burks, how much do you take a day? This is important as long term use of gabapentin can be difficult to stop taking especially at higher doses. You are diabetic, are you on a magnesium restricted diet? If not you could supplement your diet with magnesium rich foods or take a magnesium supplement. ...

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Can Neurontin 600 mg. 5 times a day and Zanaflex 4 mg. 3 times a day and Naprosyn 250 mg. 2 times a day and over the counter ibu's cause you to have a false positive test result for thc? ## Yes, I hadn't had marijuana for over 6 months but I was on the Gabapentin and I came up positive for THC. ## This has happened to me also. I have seizures and chronic kidney stones and have been in the ER more times than I would like. I take gabapentin 1800 mg a day and I tested positive for thc. I am 50 years old and have only smoked once in my life when I was 18. I looked online at the hospital's patient portal and they now have in my chart that I am an illegal drug user. I don't have any idea what to do about this! Any opinions on this? ## Hey there, Just so you know, gabapentin is...

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Hi everyone. My 14 year old daughter has been on topamax (25 mg twice daily) for a number of years. She is being treated for anxiety, depression, mood disorder, tics, ADHD and has recently added social phobias to her list of complaints. The meds being used to treat her are Risperodone for the mood, Clonidine for the tics, Prozac for the depression/anxiety, and Topamax to control weight gain that occurs with Risperodone (and possibly to help with anxiety/tics). As she gets older, she seems to be retreating into herself even more. The anxiety is amping up, the depression too. She sleeps all day, and hasn't wanted to leave the house all summer. When I do manage to get her out of the house, the social anxiety is too much for her and she has severe meltdowns. Before she was put on all th...

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I have been drug testing for DCFS for a couple months and i have restless leg syndrome so i usually take neurontin for it, but it is not prescribed. So since i have been drug testing i have been iffy about taking it cause i dont know what or if it shows up in a drug test, they spin test my urine. Will it show up in my system with a spin test and if so what will it show up as? ## I got tested after leaving detox into sober living and came up positive in a pee test for benzos. I was prescribed nuerontin at detox and was clean off everything else but neurontin for 5 days at the time of the test. ## I need to know if neurontin is gonna show up in a mouth swab ## I have been in a drug court program and took a soma and it came bk cuz they spun my urine I have been taking neurontin and no prob...

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II am a diabetic and having some neuopathy in my legs. After reading the comments I may have to think twice about taking. I sing and surely dont need a voice change. getting ready to make a cd project ! Someone told me that it can cause you to have suicide thoughts and i dont need that. Seems we take for one problem and creates another. linda f. ## I have been diagnosed with a nerve root compression at L5. My Pain Dr prescribed liqid nuerontin first 6mls a day for 3 days, then that amount twice a day for 3 days, then that amount 3 times a day from that point on. After I have read some about it I am almost afraid of takeing it. Is it safe for a 62 year old man. I am currently on Methadone 60 mg a day and some other medications. I was in a severe car accident when I was around 20 and have...

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Gabapentin 300 mg.cap, Protonix 40 mg.Tab., Amitiza 24 MCG cap, Zegerid 40-1100 Cap, MRI with Contrast ## Gabapentin aka neurontin controls seizures, assists with sleep. I take 800 each night with 12.5 zolpidem which is time released. Ive never slept so well. ## Of the medications you listed, Gabapentin, Protonix, and the contrast medium have all been known to have detrimental effects on the kidney, though such occurrences are very rare. How severe is it, and what treatment options has your doctor suggested? Do you have high blood pressure, or a cardiac condition?

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Has anyone used this drug for neuropatic pain or trigeminal neuralgia? I've been taking neurontin. It helps a little with the pain, but seems to also be causing weight gain. Thanks. ## I have been using neurotin for a few years and have been very pleased with it. it relieves my neuropathy, that is very mild. I tried topamax for a while and had HORRIBLE side effects. Run from it. ## I have a lot of nerve damage in my feet and legs. The doc put me on Neurotin for awhile, but didn't help much. Then he gave me Tramadol and this really helps with the pain. ## Mine was described/diagnosed as nonspecific neuropathic pain. Neurontin,Cymbalta and a few lesser known drugs were tried. At present Topomax and Lyrica are giving the most complete relief for me in years. Side effects are still ...

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Capsule, half brown half orange. The (r-), could possibly be (a-) ## This is 400mg Gabapentin or name brand Neurontin. It is used for nerve pain, nerve damage, neuropathy, seizures and convulsions among other things. Side effects include marked drowsiness, nausea, dizziness, among others. ## The identification provided is correct, and the marking is intended to be R 667. NDC: 00228-2667 Gabapentin may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, weight changes, and mood changes. Inactive ingredients may include: - Ferrosoferric Oxide - Corn Starch - D&c Yellow No. 10 - Fd&c Blue No. 2 - Fd&c Red No. 40 - Gelatin - Mannitol - Shellac - Propylene Glycol - Ferric Oxide Red - Fd&c Blue No. 1 - Sodium Lauryl Sulfate - Talc - Titanium Dioxide - Ferric Oxide Yellow...

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I had a seizure when 13 years old and put on dilantin. Had 2 more seizures till I was 21 and no more. I am now 61 years old. So it has been 40 years and no seizures. Mayo clinic md said per eeg I can have a seizure if I don't take seizure meds (?). From there he weaned me off dilantin and put me vimpat. I have been fully on vimpat for 1.5 months. My walking is bad - due to my cerebellum, which is bad due to the dilantin. Since on vimpat my unnormal gait has changed with different unnormal attributes. I have recently acquired tinnitus.... I am a buzzing bee. Unsure if it's from the vimpat or other reasons. I am trying to see my gp and neurologist about this - but still waiting for some questions answered. Like to my gp's nurse - should I see my gp 1st or do you want to refer ...

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I found a pill i dont recognize, it is a large, white pill, oblong, with 13 2 on one side with a line score mark between the 13 and 2 and it is blank on the other side. ## It's most likely Metformin Hydrochloride 1000 mg for treating type 2 diabetes (NDC 25000-132 among others) White oval tablet with a score line and imprint 132 Inactive ingredients: - Povidone - Cellulose, Microcrystalline - Magnesium Stearate - Polyethylene Glycols - Polyvinyl Alcohol - Talc - Titanium Dioxide Ref: DailyMed ## I take Metformin 1000mg and the 13 2 with score mark in middle is on pill ## That is correct. It is metformin 1000 mg. ## Its def. metformin 1000mg immediate release.

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In court today I had to take a on spot drug screen, I passed and failed for everything. 3 days ago I took some gabapentin for a headache.. It didnt show up on the on spot test but they want to send it to the lab to test me for synthetic. Will it show up at the lab test or am I good? ## Last I knew gabapentin doesn't show up on a regular 12 pannell test. They have 2 have a specific test. That was in 2018. Does anyone know if this is still correct?

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Please help me ID this pill. Is it Clonazepam? I have multiple seizures and I save one to stop having one. To take if a seizure starts, he tells me to take this med. ## This tablet contains 100mgs of Lamotrigine, which is an anticonvulsant, but this one is usually taken regularly as a preventative, not to stop a seizure that's already started. (NDC 16714-372) Inactive ingredients: - Lactose Monohydrate - Sodium Starch Glycolate Type a Potato - Povidone - Magnesium Stearate - Talc Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, mood signs and weight changes. ## It is lamotrigine, be careful. It is highly dangerous if not monitored by a doctor. It is a slow progression to regulate the MG in the body. It is a medicine taken daily on a schedule. ## Is this drug considered to be a controlle...

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I recently had transposition of ulnar nerve, about a month ago. I am in horrible, chronic pain. Neurontin does not seem to be working. My pain management dr mentioned Topamax. How do I deal with this constant nerve pain. It is in my left hand, little finger and ring finger. ## I am very sorry about what you're dealing with, nerve pain is terrible. What is your current dose of Neurontin? You might do better with the Topomax, if your doctor thinks you should try it. It does work well for many people. Its typical side effects may include nausea, dizziness, alopecia, anemia, and anorexia. Are you on any other medications?

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I am bipolar 2 or so they say. I have been taking epiec 200 and rispadol. I have lost the will to live without the depression of course and i have become an angry horrible person that no one can be around. I have shakes in the head and tiredness that is so not me. I have started to reducing the meds and is on 50 now. I am feeling much better and the old me is returning. Why do people think epitec is such a wonder drug? ## Epitec contains the active ingredient Lamotrigine. Risperdal contains the active ingredient Risperidone. That said, they can both cause the types of effects you experienced and this may have been compounded if you were taking them both at the same time. Have you spoken to your doctor about this problem? ## My daughter has been on Epitec for months now. She started with...

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My prescription was from two years ago. Now I have the same nerve pain in my upper arm and I have some 100 mg capsules left over. Do not want to see doctor for the same thing. Can I take the capsules now? ## Update: I am having good results from the Gabapentin. ## Hello, Shirley! How are you? I'm glad to see that the medication is working for you. Dry product medications, such as tablets, or capsules with powder, do not go bad once expired, but they may lose some efficacy with time. Thus, it is best to be careful, and if it doesn't work as well as it should, consulting your doctor for a fresh prescription would be the best option. The side effects of this medication may include nausea, dizziness, headache, mood changes, and weight changes. ## Doctor told me the two year old ones...

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It's a prescription from my gyn dr.. my insurance doesn't cover this drug since it is a compounded medication and experimental cream. for my condition I would like to get cost effective pricing. I am paying 40.00 dollars. can this medication be sent to me by mail. ## Hello, Candy! How are you? This website does not manufacture, compound, nor ship any mediations or products. It is an information only resource. That said, getting it a local compounding pharmacy is usually your only option. You may want to look and see how many are in your area, so you can compare prices. Gabapentin is an anticonvulsant that is often used topically to treat nerve pain. Typical side effects to topical use may include skin irritation, redness and burning. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Ca...

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I'm fixing to be put on probation for sum drug related charges (take note I was helping a friend and she set me up) but it was suboxone I got in trouble with that I had a prescription for and i got kicked out of the doctor so I've been taking neurontin 300-400mg to come off of them. Will neurontin show up in a drug test if they test for stuff like suboxone? ## I am located in Tennessee and really need help with my question ## Did you ever find out the answer to this question? I go in for a test tomorrow and was wondering the same thing.. I am also in Tennessee ## I never got an answer on here but my mom said they do not show up on a drug test cuz she takes neurontins also and i got tested in court so thankfully my charges got dropped ## Be careful...when they test for things lik...

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I have a white oblong pill it is scored in the middle blank on one side and on half of the other side is the letter G and the other half has the number 21 ## white pill one side has a Min middle of a square other side scored side with numbers 5771 its oblong ## The tablet with the G 21 marking is manufactured by Greenstone Limited and they list it as containing 600mgs of Gabapentin, which is an anticonvulsant that is also used to treat mood disorders, and some types of nerve pain. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, headache, weight gain, and mood changes. The tablet with the M 5772 marking is manufactured by Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals, and they list it as containing 10mgs of Methadone, which is used to treat drug addiction, and s...

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