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Is Gabapentin An Opioid?

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Question : Is gabapentin an opioid?
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Answered by Dr. salah saad shoman (-5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
No, it isn't

Detailed Answer:
Dear Ma'am, I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns,

But gabapentin is not an opioid, it is an anticonvulsant medication that can be used to treat opioid withdrawal symptoms.

I hope I answered your question. Feel free to ask further.

Regards

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Is Gabapentin An Opioid?

Brief Answer: No, it isn't Detailed Answer: Dear Ma'am, I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns, But gabapentin is not an opioid, it is an anticonvulsant medication that can be used to treat opioid withdrawal symptoms. I hope I answered your question. Feel free to ask further. Regards