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How Can Withdrawal Symptoms Of Gabapentin Be Treated?
After 5 months of gabapentin in 2015 I am still suffering from what seems to be severe withdrawal from the drug. This feeling started before I began the weaning process off the drug. A therapist and myself agreed this was what was causing my anger and intolerance toward perceived transgressions toward me. Life has become worthless. I always feel sick with anxiety and depression. Busperone and hydroxine HCL take the edge off.
Sat, 30 Mar 2019
Hello,
First of all I do not think they are withdrawal symptoms of gabapentin. Most likely your depression needs better medications and this will help you to control your anger as well as intolerance.
Although I am not sure of your age and past history of depression but trying a SNRI will be better option provided your doctor agrees with this recommendation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ashok Kumar,
Psychiatrist
First of all I do not think they are withdrawal symptoms of gabapentin. Most likely your depression needs better medications and this will help you to control your anger as well as intolerance.
Although I am not sure of your age and past history of depression but trying a SNRI will be better option provided your doctor agrees with this recommendation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ashok Kumar,
Psychiatrist
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