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How Effective Is Gabapentin In Treatment Of Peripheral Neuropathy?

Hi - I am taking 300 mg of Gabapentin (neuron tin) daily for peripheral neuropathy. I am 76 and have aging macular. My question: will Gabapentin increase the progression of th AMD? The neurontin has helped my neuropathy a lot. Jo Ann Dunlap. YYYY@YYYY
Wed, 22 Jul 2020
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Hello,

Gabapentin will be effective for neuropathy. However it is required only if there is pain. If you don’t have severe pain, no need to start on gabapentin.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain
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How Effective Is Gabapentin In Treatment Of Peripheral Neuropathy?

Hello, Gabapentin will be effective for neuropathy. However it is required only if there is pain. If you don’t have severe pain, no need to start on gabapentin. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain