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What Causes Headache, Body Pain And Constipation While On Gabapentin?
I just started Gabapentin 300mg tid 3days ago for neuropathy from sciatica. Today I have severe flu like symptoms. I got my flu shot in September. Symptoms: headache all over my head like a tight helmet, body aches, constipation. I never get headaches so this is worrisome to me. I am also an eclipse tic but that s under control with Keppra. Can you tell me how long these side effects usually last. I m afraid I won t be able to work tomorrow. I am 52. Thank you, Amy.
Tue, 24 May 2016
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For some patients the side effects due to Gabapentin can persist for a week. Later they disappear as the body gets adjusted to it.
You should remember to space the medical drugs that you are taking. At least one hr gap between 2.
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Dr Chaithanya
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For some patients the side effects due to Gabapentin can persist for a week. Later they disappear as the body gets adjusted to it.
You should remember to space the medical drugs that you are taking. At least one hr gap between 2.
Thanks
Dr Chaithanya
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