Overview Of Gabapentin

Uncommon Uses for Gabapentin

According to current estimates, approximately ninety percent of gabapentin prescriptions are used for uncommon, 'off-label' purposes. For example, it is sometimes prescribed for central pain, pain associated with diabetic neuropathy, and neuropathic pain related to cancer. In the past, it has been used as a treatment for chronic low back pain, and it was also prescribed for complex regional pain syndrome and pain relief for post-surgical joint replacements. It was also used to prevent migraines in adults. However, evidence suggests using gabapentin for these conditions is largely ineffective. Currently, off-label uses of gabapentin that have shown some benefit include its use in the relief of itching, including itching caused by kidney failure. It is often considered as an option in the treatment of essential tremor, and it may be prescribed to help ease symptoms of alcohol withdrawal. In the area of mental health, gabapentin is used for treating anxiety disorders and borderline personality disorder.

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