Gabpentin

Were you looking for information on Gabapentin? Gabpentin is a common misspelling of gabapentin.
 
Gabapentin is a prescription drug commonly employed in the treatment of partial seizures and to relieve nerve pain following a shingles infection. While it is not clear exactly how the drug works, it is believed to affect calcium channels in the brain. Gabapentin is available as a tablet, capsule, and liquid. Dosage is determined by age, weight, the condition being treated, and other factors.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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