Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Neurontin as follows:
- Do not take Neurontin, if you ever manifested any allergic responses to intake of Neurontin or any other medications used to control seizures and nerve pain, such as, Lyrica and Cymbalta. In the event of an allergic response with any of these medications, check with your physician regarding your safety with intake of Neurontin.
- Neurontin can interact with a number of other medications and can precipitate serious reactions. If you are being newly started on Neurontin, discuss with your physician regarding all other medications you are currently taking and their safety with Neurontin. Also, if you have been taking Neurontin for long, discuss with your physician regarding your history of Neurontin intake, when you are being started on any new medication.
- Neurontin intake can induce dizziness and make one drowsy. Do not take Neurontin with alcohol or opioid pain medications, such as, hydrocodone and codeine, as these products can add to the dizziness and confusion caused by Neurontin. A number of OTC cough medications and antihistamines, muscle relaxant medications, antidepressant medications, antipsychotics, and antianxiety medications, can potentiate the confusion caused by Neurontin and so, must be avoided taking along with Neurontin.
