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Does Gabapentin Cause Hallucinations?

I have what my doctor thinks is Post Herpetic pain. It is in the left trigeminal region. Two doctors have ordered Gabpentin for this episode. My problem is my daughter thinks I halucinate when I am taking that med. The letters after my name are RN, MHA. I am 71. Please tell me that that is not a side effect. I have wondered around the house when I take Ambien so I never ever take that
Tue, 31 Jul 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Yes cases of visual hallucinations have been reported following Gabapentin usage but it is very rare side effect.If you are frequently experiencing the side effect then you may have to talk to your doctor to change your medication.

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Does Gabapentin Cause Hallucinations?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Yes cases of visual hallucinations have been reported following Gabapentin usage but it is very rare side effect.If you are frequently experiencing the side effect then you may have to talk to your doctor to change your medication. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.