Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using gabapentin as follows: Gabapentin needs acidic environment in the stomach to be absorbed. Use of an antacid can alter this environment in the stomach, thus hindering the absorption of gabapentin and compromising the therapeutic benefit. Avoid using any antacid concurrently with gabapentin. Observing a 2 – 3 hour window between gabapentin and antacid intake can help avoid this complication. Gabapentin use, especially in individuals with history of anxiety [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using gabapentin as follows: Do not take gabapentin, if you ever manifested any allergic responses to intake of gabapentin 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 gabapentin. Gabapentin can interact with a number of other medications and can [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Gabapentin as follows: Central nervous system side-effects Gabapentin use can result in depression of the central nervous system and lead to episodes of confusion, hallucinations, dizziness, and light-headedness. Starting the medication at a low dose, watching for the response, and gradually changing the dose, to help optimum control of your symptoms, can contribute to controlling/reducing the risk for drowsiness and dizziness due to the medication Individuals taking [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Gabapentin as follows: Gastrointestinal side-effects Gabapentin use can result in common general constitutional symptoms such as, nausea and vomiting. Gabapentin use can also result in compromised appetite occasionally. Taking gabapentin after having a meal or a snack can help avoid having unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms with the medication. Gabapentin can also induce extreme dry mouth and constipation. Sucking on a sugar free hard candy can help with symptomatic [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Gabapentin as follows: General allergic reactions                                  Gabapentin use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching. Some patients can present with symptoms of severe allergic and anaphylactic response, such as, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to be considered. Genitourinary side-effects Gabapentin [...]