The precise mechanisms by which gabapentin produces its analgesic and antiepileptic actions are unknown. Gabapentin is structurally related to the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA ...
Gabapentin requires disproportionately larger dosage increases to achieve increases in plasma concentrations. The large dosages required for some patients receiving gabapentin could worsen dose ...
Gabapentin is often initiated at a lower dosage and increased gradually until effectiveness is reached. The medication helps relieve symptoms of burning pain, shooting pain, hyperesthesia ...