{"id":5251,"date":"2024-11-01T20:31:30","date_gmt":"2024-12-10T03:48:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthmedicinet.com\/review\/?p=5251"},"modified":"2024-12-10T03:48:00","modified_gmt":"2024-12-10T03:48:00","slug":"how-long-does-it-take-for-gabapentin-side-effects-to-stop","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthmedicinet.com\/review\/how-long-does-it-take-for-gabapentin-side-effects-to-stop\/","title":{"rendered":"How long does it take for gabapentin side effects to stop?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<p>\n                                    Gabapentin side effects generally subside within a few days or up to a couple of weeks                                <\/p>\n<div id=\"main-content\">\n<div id=\"post-intro\">\n<div id=\"takeaways\">\n<h2>Key takeaways<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gabapentin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">anticonvulsant<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> medication that\u2019s <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FDA<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">-approved to treat <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">partial seizures<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">epilepsy<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nerve pain<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">restless leg syndrome<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Some doctors may also prescribe it for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">off-label uses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like anxiety, depression, or alcohol withdrawal.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gabapentin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may cause <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but they typically only last until the body adjusts to the drug.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although the federal government doesn\u2019t classify <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">controlled substance<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, some states do because it has been associated with abuse, dependency, and withdrawal.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gabapentin withdrawal symptoms<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> often show up within 12 hours to seven days of the last dose and usually last for around ten days. This is why doctors will have patients taper off the drug, which significantly decreases the side effects of weaning off of gabapentin.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<section class=\"table-of-contents\">\n<div class=\"anchorLinks\">\n<div class=\"mobile-only\">\n<div class=\"dropdownLists\">\n<div class=\"dropdownBtn\"><span class=\"listsIcon\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/singlecare\/images\/union.svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"20\"\/><\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<label>In this article<\/label><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"downArrow\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/singlecare\/images\/dropDownArrow.svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gabapentin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, sold under the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">brand names<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neurontin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gralise<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, is essentially a relaxant for your brain, calming certain <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">neurotransmitters<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and abnormal brain activities that can cause seizures or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nerve pain<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">shingles<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">postherpetic neuralgia<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). As an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">anticonvulsant<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, doctors often prescribe it for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">epilepsy<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and sometimes off-label for diabetic neuropathy, mood disorders, and alcohol withdrawal. The downside? Like most medications, it may cause <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, these adverse side effects often resolve as the body gets used to the drug, although that timeframe depends on the person. Read on for more information on <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019s <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and their duration.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-long-do-gabapentin-side-effects-last\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How long do <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> last?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Introducing your body and brain to a new medication can be a bumpy ride for some. Since you\u2019re not accustomed to the drug, you may experience <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> right off the bat. For example,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessdata.fda.gov\/drugsatfda_docs\/label\/2017\/020235s064_020882s047_021129s046lbl.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> clinical trials showed<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that 19% of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">epilepsy<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> patients taking <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> experienced somnambulance, while 17% had dizziness, 13% had ataxia, and 11% felt fatigue.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, in many cases, these <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are short-lived\u2014just as long as it takes for your body to adjust. According to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/alex-dimitriu-md-546b5639\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Alex Dimitriu, MD<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, founder of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/siliconpsych.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Menlo Park Psychiatry &amp; Sleep Medicine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, \u201cmost <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are because it is sedating, and these can include dizziness, sleepiness, fatigue, all of which generally improve within days or up to a few weeks from starting.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.poison.org\/articles\/neurontin-gabapentin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The National Capital Poison Center<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> agrees, saying <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can last several days to a few weeks, depending on your body\u2019s tolerance, dosage, and condition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">common<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> side effects of gabapentin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drowsiness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swelling of the extremities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uncontrolled eye movements<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tremors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weakness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diarrhea<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dry mouth<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sore throat<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cough<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Constipation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nausea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vomiting<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss of coordination<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blurred or double vision<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lazy eye<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abnormal thinking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight gain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slurred speech<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Memory problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depression<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upset stomach<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Children are more likely than adults to get <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and they may also experience mood swings, hostility, hyperactivity, and infection.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"managing-gabapentin-side-effects\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Managing <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> don\u2019t go away within a couple of weeks, the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prescribing<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> healthcare provider may reduce your dosage, which could help you feel better. But if decreasing your<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dose of gabapentin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> doesn\u2019t help, you don\u2019t just have to grin and bear it. There are still ways you can help avoid or manage your adverse effects. They include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Take the correct dose: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t stray from your healthcare provider\u2019s directions, skip doses, or take more than you should. Doctors often start slow because \u201cstarting at a very low dose (100-300mg) and gradually increasing this dose also helps to reduce <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,\u201d Dr. Dimitriu says.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Take <\/b><b>gabapentin<\/b><b> with food:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This may help with nausea, upset stomach, or vomiting.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Take antacids and <\/b><b>gabapentin<\/b><b> at least two hours apart: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antacids change how the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/epilepsy\/expert-answers\/neurontin-side-effects\/faq-20057893\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">body absorbs <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, potentially causing <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Avoid alcohol:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking can increase the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drowsiness<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, dizziness, impairment, and other <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nervous system<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> symptoms you might experience with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Stay hydrated:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Sometimes, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can cause <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dry mouth<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and mild dehydration, especially if it causes vomiting, so staying hydrated is key.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Avoid other <\/b><b>sedative<\/b><b> medications or <\/b><b>supplements<\/b><b>: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prescription drugs<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">opioids<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, over-the-counter medications like antihistamines, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">supplements<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like valerian or melatonin can make the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sedation<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> more pronounced, causing impairment.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For some <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">serious side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, however, at-home management won\u2019t cut it. If you experience breathing problems, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">suicidal thoughts<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, hallucinations, problems speaking or swallowing, or signs of an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">allergic reaction<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, seek medical help ASAP.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-long-do-the-side-effects-of-gabapentin-withdrawal-last\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How long do the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects of gabapentin withdrawal<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> last?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Drug Enforcement Agency hasn\u2019t classified <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">controlled substance<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at the federal level, but certain state governments have. Even though it\u2019s effective in<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/jamanetwork.com\/journals\/jamainternalmedicine\/fullarticle\/2762700\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> treating withdrawal from alcohol<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and some other drugs, there have been<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/26721643\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> numerous <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">case reports<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin abuse<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, misuse, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">physical dependence<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. And where there\u2019s a risk for addiction, there\u2019s a risk of withdrawal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201c<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gabapentin withdrawal<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can last 1-2 weeks, but will also depend on how quickly the medicine is stopped,\u201d Dr. Dimitriu says, which is why doctors often advise against going cold turkey.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cIf you have been taking <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for a while, I suggest slowly tapering off the medication rather than abruptly stopping. This is particularly important if you have been taking a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">higher dose<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,\u201d says Dr. David Hendricks, MD, assistant medical director at<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mountainside.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Mountainside<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cI advise working with your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare provider<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to begin taking lower doses of the medication until you can safely stop.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most patients who experience withdrawal notice symptoms between 12 hours and seven days after their last <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dose of gabapentin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/americanaddictioncenters.org\/neurontin-abuse\/gabapentin-cause-withdrawal-symptoms\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> According to the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">American<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Addiction Centers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin withdrawal symptoms<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anxiety<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agitation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insomnia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatigue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restlessness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Irritability<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dizziness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headache<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sensitivity to light<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweating<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Irregular heartbeat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nausea<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gabapentin withdrawal syndrome<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> isn\u2019t the same for everyone, though. Factors that may influence it include the dosage, the length of use, the condition being treated, other health conditions, and the concurrent use of alcohol or other drugs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"navigating-gabapentin-withdrawal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Navigating <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin withdrawal<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anyone who\u2019s considering stopping their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> treatment should talk to a healthcare provider before anything else. Based on the patient\u2019s specific circumstances, they can develop a plan to reduce the risk of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">withdrawal symptoms<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This plan usually involves tapering off the drug, although the tapering timeline can vary. \u201cThe exact length and severity of these <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> depends on how much <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you were consuming each day and how long you have been using the substance,\u201d Dr. Hendricks says. \u201cTwo weeks after quitting, the uncomfortable <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> should dissipate, however, the anxiety may be prolonged.\u201d The drug\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessdata.fda.gov\/drugsatfda_docs\/label\/2020\/020235s069,020882s050,021129s050lbl.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prescribing<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> information<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> recommends tapering off over at least one week, although some patients may need multiple weeks or even months, depending on their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare provider<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019s assessment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to best manage <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">withdrawal symptoms<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> depends on which symptoms you\u2019re experiencing. Sometimes, the healthcare provider might prescribe other medications\u2014like anti-anxiety drugs, sleep aids, or anti-nausea drugs. And in cases of psychological symptoms, therapy or support groups might help. Living a generally healthy lifestyle by getting enough sleep, eating a healthy diet, staying hydrated, and exercising regularly may also help. These habits might not cure withdrawal but can go a long way.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some instances of severe <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> addiction or withdrawal may require a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">detox<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at a recovery clinic. These cases are rare, but it\u2019s important to get professional help if you struggle with addiction or think you might relapse.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Important note:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you\u2019re struggling with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> dependence or withdrawal, the Substance Abuse and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mental Health<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Services Administration (SAMHSA) has a<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.samhsa.gov\/find-help\/national-helpline\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> free helpline<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> available 24\/7\/365. They can help you find local <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">addiction treatment centers<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, support groups, and other assistance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"the-bottom-line\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bottom line<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If looking at the list of potential <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is making you think twice about taking it, know that not everyone experiences them. And even if you do, they\u2019re typically only temporary\u2014lasting several days. Getting <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">medical advice<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare professionals<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ahead of time, however, is essential to safe and effective <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gabapentin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> treatment. Your healthcare provider will develop a treatment plan for your condition, medical history, and other circumstances. 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