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Gabapentin side effects

2022-01-11 10:01:50
A doctor prescribed me gabapentin 100mg for my sleepless and anxiety issue it makes me sleep but but during day time I feel tremor abnormal pulse al over the body and heart' rhythm changing also pressure on head(lightheadness) what to do
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Gabapentin is not a primary drug for insomnia and anxiety. Sedation and dizziness can occur as a side effect. You can stop taking this medication.
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kindly consult a neurologist for proper prescription

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Pls stop the drug and consult physician or neurologist

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