{"product_id":"neurontin-300mg-tablets","title":"Neurontin 300mg Tablets","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeurontin 300mg\u003c\/strong\u003e is a prescription medication that contains the active ingredient gabapentin. While the brand-name Neurontin is manufactured as a \u003cb\u003ecapsule at the 300mg strength\u003c\/b\u003e (brand-name Neurontin tablets are only available in 600mg and 800mg strengths), generic versions or alternative extended-release brands may offer 300mg tablets. It belongs to a class of medications called gabapentinoids and is primarily used as an anticonvulsant and nerve pain stabilizer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrimary Uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePostherpetic Neuralgia (PHN):\u003c\/b\u003e To manage debilitating nerve pain that persists after an outbreak of shingles (herpes zoster).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEpilepsy:\u003c\/b\u003e Used alongside other medications to treat partial-onset seizures in adults and children 3 years of age and older.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOff-Label Uses:\u003c\/b\u003e Doctors sometimes prescribe it for diabetic nerve pain, fibromyalgia, hot flashes, restless legs syndrome, or anxiety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard Dosing Guidelines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYour doctor will determine the exact schedule based on your specific condition and kidney health. Because gabapentin can cause initial sleepiness, healthcare providers usually follow a strict schedule to let your body adjust: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaximum Interval:\u003c\/b\u003e If you take it three times a day, the time between doses \u003cb\u003emust not exceed 12 hours\u003c\/b\u003e, or you risk a breakthrough seizure or sudden symptom return.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow to Take:\u003c\/b\u003e You can take immediate-release Neurontin with or without food. Swallow the medication whole with water; do not crush, chew, or open it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Warnings \u0026amp; Interactions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo Not Stop Abruptly:\u003c\/b\u003e Stopping Neurontin suddenly can trigger severe withdrawal symptoms, anxiety, extreme sweating, or continuous seizures. Any discontinuation must be done via a gradual taper supervised by your doctor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAntacid Interaction:\u003c\/b\u003e Avoid taking antacids (like Maalox or Mylanta) within \u003cb\u003e2 hours before\u003c\/b\u003e taking Neurontin, as they significantly reduce how much medicine your body absorbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCentral Nervous System (CNS) Depressants:\u003c\/b\u003e Combining this drug with alcohol, muscle relaxers, sleep aids, or prescription opioids heavily increases your risk of dangerous drowsiness, severe dizziness, and respiratory depression (slowed breathing).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMental Health Alert:\u003c\/b\u003e Tell your doctor immediately if you notice new or worsening depression, severe mood fluctuations, or thoughts of self-harm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"100's","offer_id":67564368888108,"sku":null,"price":9250.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":false},{"title":"10's","offer_id":67564368920876,"sku":null,"price":1020.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/prescription-required.png?v=1745497922","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.com\/products\/neurontin-300mg-tablets","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}