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Suggest Ways To Wean Off Gabapentin

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Posted on Tue, 2 Feb 2016
Question: My daughter is addicted to gagapentin [large doses]. What is the best way to get off of it?
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Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (16 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Gradually taper drug and consult de-addiction clinic

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
gabapentin is usually not having abuse effects but cases have been reported of abuse and addiction with feeling of euphoria. The drug on stopping causes withdrawal symptoms also.
The best way is to get it reduced gradually and substitute other pain killer or opioids . Counselling and consultation within an addiction clinic will be helpful.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
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Suggest Ways To Wean Off Gabapentin

Brief Answer: Gradually taper drug and consult de-addiction clinic Detailed Answer: Hello, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. gabapentin is usually not having abuse effects but cases have been reported of abuse and addiction with feeling of euphoria. The drug on stopping causes withdrawal symptoms also. The best way is to get it reduced gradually and substitute other pain killer or opioids . Counselling and consultation within an addiction clinic will be helpful. Hope you found the answer helpful. Regards Dr N Kumar Neurologist