{"id":18910,"date":"2022-02-25T16:29:51","date_gmt":"2022-02-25T16:29:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=18910"},"modified":"2022-02-26T09:57:33","modified_gmt":"2022-02-26T09:57:33","slug":"neurontin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/neurontin\/","title":{"rendered":"Neurontin &#8211; Gabapentin uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>100 mg, 300 mg, 400 mg hard capsules or 600 mg, 800 mg film-coated tablets<br>gabapentin<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Neurontin is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Neurontin belongs to a group of medicines used to treat&nbsp;epilepsy&nbsp;and&nbsp;peripheral&nbsp;neuropathic pain&nbsp;(prolonged pain caused by nerve damage).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The active substance in Neurontin is gabapentin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Neurontin is used to treat<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Various forms of&nbsp;epilepsy&nbsp;(seizures that are initially limited to certain parts of the brain, with or without spread to other parts of the brain).&nbsp;The doctor treating you or your child aged 6 years or older may&nbsp;prescribe&nbsp;Neurontin to treat&nbsp;epilepsy&nbsp;if the current treatment does not provide sufficient effect.&nbsp;You or your child 6 years of age or older should take Neurontin as a supplement to the current treatment, unless your doctor tells you otherwise.&nbsp;Neurontin can also be used as the only drug for adults and children from 12 years.<\/li><li>Peripheral&nbsp;neuropathic pain&nbsp;(prolonged pain caused by nerve damage).&nbsp;A number of different diseases can cause&nbsp;peripheral&nbsp;neuropathic pain&nbsp;(mainly in the legs and \/ or arms), such as&nbsp;diabetes&nbsp;or&nbsp;shingles&nbsp;.&nbsp;The pain can be described as a hot, burning, throbbing, flashing, stinging, sharp, cramping, aching, stinging, paralyzing sensation or as ant crawling.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Gabapentin contained in Neurontin may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this product information.\u00a0Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before you use Neurontin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Neurontin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to gabapentin or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Neurontin<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you have kidney problems.&nbsp;Your doctor may then prescribe a different dosing schedule.<\/li><li>if you are&nbsp;undergoing hemodialysis&nbsp;(treatment method for renal impairment where waste products are removed).&nbsp;Tell your doctor if you get muscle pain and \/ or muscle weakness.<\/li><li>if you get symptoms such as persistent abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting.&nbsp;In this case, contact your doctor immediately as this may be a symptom of&nbsp;acute&nbsp;pancreatitis&nbsp;(inflammation of the pancreas).<\/li><li>if you have nervous system disorders, respiratory diseases or if you are older than 65 years, your doctor may&nbsp;prescribe&nbsp;you a different&nbsp;dosage&nbsp;.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Cases of abuse and dependence have been reported for gabapentin since its introduction.&nbsp;Talk to your doctor if you have a history of substance abuse or addiction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A small number of people who are treated with antiepileptic drugs such as\u00a0gabapentin have also had thoughts of harming themselves or committing suicide.\u00a0If you ever get these thoughts, contact your doctor immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important information about potentially serious reactions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A few patients taking Neurontin have a severe reaction or potentially severe skin reaction, which can develop into more serious problems if left untreated.&nbsp;You need to know the symptoms you need to be aware of when taking Neurontin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read the description of these symptoms in section 4 of this leaflet under<\/strong>&nbsp;&#8220;Contact your doctor immediately if you get any of the following symptoms after taking this medicine as they may be serious.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muscle weakness, soreness, or pain, especially if you also feel unwell or have a high fever, maybe due to an abnormal muscle breakdown that can be life-threatening and lead to kidney problems.\u00a0You may also have discolored urine and altered blood test results (especially elevated blood creatine phosphokinase).\u00a0Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Other drugs and Neurontin<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.\u00a0In particular, tell your doctor (or pharmacist) if you are taking or have recently taken medicines for seizures, sleep disorders, depression, anxiety, or any other neurological or mental problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Drugs that contain&nbsp;opioids&nbsp;such as morphine<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are taking any medicines that contain\u00a0opioids\u00a0(such as morphine), tell your doctor or pharmacist, as\u00a0opioids\u00a0may increase the effect of Neurontin.\u00a0In addition, a combination of Neurontin and\u00a0opioids\u00a0can cause drowsiness,\u00a0sedation, difficulty breathing, or death.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Antacids for stomach problems<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If Neurontin is taken together with antacids that contain aluminum and\u00a0magnesium, the uptake of Neurontin from the stomach may decrease.\u00a0Neurontin should therefore be taken no earlier than two hours after taking the antacid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Neurontin:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>is not expected to affect or be affected by other antiepileptic drugs or&nbsp;birth control pills&nbsp;.<\/li><li>may interfere with certain laboratory tests.&nbsp;If you need to take a urine sample, tell your doctor or hospital staff what you are taking.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Neurontin with food, drink and alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Neurontin can be taken with or without food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pregnancy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Neurontin should not be taken during pregnancy unless your doctor tells you otherwise.\u00a0An effective contraceptive must be used by women of\u00a0childbearing potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No studies have been performed to specifically investigate the use of gabapentin in pregnant women, but the use of other epilepsy medicines has been reported to increase the risk of birth defects, especially when more than one such medicine is taken at the same time.&nbsp;As far as possible, you should try not to take more than one epilepsy medicine during pregnancy, and only in consultation with a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact your doctor immediately if you become pregnant, if you think you may be pregnant or if you are planning to become pregnant while taking Neurontin.&nbsp;Do not abruptly stop taking this medicine.&nbsp;This can lead to a breakthrough spasm and have serious consequences for you and your child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Breast-feeding<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gabapentin, the active substance in Neurontin, passes into breast milk.\u00a0As the effect on the baby is unknown, you should not breastfeed while being treated with Neurontin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fertility<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No effect on&nbsp;fertility&nbsp;has been observed in animal studies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Neurontin can cause dizziness, drowsiness, and fatigue.\u00a0You should not drive, use advanced machines or engage in any other potentially hazardous activities until you know if this medicine affects your ability to perform these activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention.\u00a0One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or\u00a0side effects.\u00a0Read all information in this leaflet for guidance.\u00a0Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Neurontin capsules contain lactose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Neurontin hard capsules contain&nbsp;lactose&nbsp;(a type of sugar).&nbsp;If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Neurontin capsules contain&nbsp;sodium<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains less than 1 mmol (23 mg)\u00a0sodium\u00a0per 100 mg, 300 mg, and 400 mg hard capsules, ie essentially &#8216;sodium-free&#8217;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to use Neurontin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your doctor will decide which&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Epilepsy, the recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0is:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Adults and young people<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take the number of capsules or tablets that your doctor has prescribed.\u00a0Your doctor may increase the\u00a0dose\u00a0one by one.\u00a0The usual starting dose is between 300 mg and 900 mg daily.\u00a0Then the\u00a0dose\u00a0can be increased up to a maximum of 3,600 mg daily, according to your doctor&#8217;s instructions, divided into 3 separate occasions, ie.\u00a0once in the morning, once in the afternoon, and once in the evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Children from 6 years<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The doctor will decide which\u00a0dose\u00a0to give to your child, as it is calculated taking into account the child&#8217;s weight.\u00a0The treatment begins with a low starting dose, which is then gradually increased over about 3 days.\u00a0The usual\u00a0dose\u00a0for epilepsy treatment is 25\u201335 mg per kg per day.\u00a0The capsules or tablets are usually taken in 3 separate doses every day, once in the morning, once in the afternoon, and once in the evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Neurontin is not recommended for children under 6 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Peripheral\u00a0neuropathic pain, recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0is:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Adults<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take the number of capsules or tablets that your doctor has prescribed.\u00a0Your doctor may increase the\u00a0dose\u00a0one by one.\u00a0The usual starting dose is between 300 mg and 900 mg daily.\u00a0Then the\u00a0dose\u00a0can be increased up to a maximum of 3,600 mg daily, according to your doctor&#8217;s instructions, divided into 3 separate occasions, ie.\u00a0once in the morning, once in the afternoon, and once in the evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you have kidney problems or go for&nbsp;hemodialysis<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your doctor may\u00a0prescribe\u00a0a different dosing schedule and\/or\u00a0dose\u00a0if you have kidney problems or are on\u00a0hemodialysis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you are older (over 65 years)<\/strong>, you should take the normal\u00a0dose\u00a0of Neurontin, unless you have kidney problems.\u00a0Your doctor may\u00a0prescribe\u00a0a different dosing schedule and\/or\u00a0dose\u00a0if you have kidney problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have the impression that the&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is too strong or too weak, talk to your doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How Neurontin is taken<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Neurontin should be swallowed.\u00a0Always swallow the capsules or tablets together with plenty of water.\u00a0The tablet can be divided into two equal\u00a0doses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep taking Neurontin until your doctor tells you to stop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you use more Neurontin than you should&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Higher\u00a0doses\u00a0than recommended can lead to increased\u00a0side effects\u00a0including unconsciousness, dizziness, double vision, slurred speech, drowsiness, and diarrhea.\u00a0If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.\u00a0If a child has ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor or hospital for risk assessment and advice.\u00a0Take the capsules or tablets that you have not taken with you, along with the packaging and label, so that the staff can easily see which medicine you have taken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you forget to use Neurontin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you forget to take a\u00a0dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is time for your next\u00a0dose.\u00a0Do not take a double\u00a0dose\u00a0to make up for a forgotten\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you stop using Neurontin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not stop taking Neurontin unless your doctor tells you to.&nbsp;If treatment is stopped, this should be done gradually for at least 1 week.&nbsp;If you stop taking Neurontin suddenly or before your doctor tells you to, there is an increased risk of seizures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact your doctor immediately if you get any of the following symptoms after taking this medicine as they may be serious:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>severe skin reactions that require immediate care, such as swollen lips and face, skin rash and&nbsp;redness&nbsp;and \/ or hair loss (this may be a symptom of a severe allergic reaction)<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>persistent abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting as this may be a symptom of&nbsp;acute&nbsp;pancreatitis&nbsp;(inflammation of the pancreas)<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>breathing problems, where in severe cases you may need&nbsp;emergency&nbsp;and intensive care to continue breathing normally<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Neurontin can cause a serious or life-threatening&nbsp;allergic reaction&nbsp;that can affect your skin or other parts of your body such as your liver or blood cells.&nbsp;When you get such a reaction, you can either get a rash or not.&nbsp;You may need to be hospitalized or stop taking Neurontin.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact your doctor immediately if you have any of the following symptoms:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>rash<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>hives<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>fever<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>swollen&nbsp;glands&nbsp;that do not disappear<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>swelling of the lip or tongue<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>yellow skin or whites of the eyes<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>unusual bruising or bleeding<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>severe fatigue or weakness<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>unexpected muscle pain<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>frequent&nbsp;infection&nbsp;is<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>These symptoms may be the first signs of a severe reaction.&nbsp;A doctor should examine you to decide if you should continue to take Neurontin.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you go for\u00a0hemodialysis, tell your doctor if you get muscle pain and\/or muscle weakness<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Very common&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>(may affect more than 1 user in 10):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Virus infection<\/li><li>Feeling drowsy, dizzy, uncoordinated muscle movements<\/li><li>Feeling tired, fever<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)<\/strong>&nbsp;:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Pneumonia&nbsp;, respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, ear infection or&nbsp;other&nbsp;infection<\/li><li>Decreased&nbsp;white blood cell count<\/li><li>Anorexia&nbsp;, increased appetite<\/li><li>Aggression against others, confusion, mood swings, depression, anxiety, nervousness, difficulty thinking clearly<\/li><li>Seizures, jerky movements, speech difficulties, memory loss, tremors, difficulty sleeping, headache, skin sensitivity, decreased sensation (numbness), coordination difficulties, abnormal eye movements, increased \/ decreased or absence of reflexes<\/li><li>Blurred vision, double vision<\/li><li>Dizziness<\/li><li>High&nbsp;blood pressure&nbsp;, redness \/ dilation of blood vessels<\/li><li>Difficulty breathing,&nbsp;bronchitis&nbsp;, sore throat, cough, nasal congestion<\/li><li>Vomiting, nausea, teeth problems, inflamed gums, diarrhea, stomach pain, indigestion, constipation, dry mouth and throat, gas<\/li><li>Facial swelling, bruising, rash,&nbsp;itching&nbsp;,&nbsp;acne<\/li><li>Joint pain, muscle aches, back pain, twitching<\/li><li>Erectile Dysfunction (&nbsp;Impotence&nbsp;)<\/li><li>Swollen legs and arms, difficulty walking, weakness, aches, malaise,&nbsp;flu-like symptoms<\/li><li>Weight gain<\/li><li>Accidents,&nbsp;fractures&nbsp;, abrasions<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, aggressive behavior and jerky movements have been reported as common&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;in&nbsp;clinical trials&nbsp;in children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Uncommon&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>(may affect up to 1 in 100 people):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Agitation&nbsp;(a state of constant restlessness and involuntary, meaningless movements)<\/li><li>Allergic reactions such as&nbsp;hives<\/li><li>Reduced movements<\/li><li>Palpitation<\/li><li>Difficulty swallowing<\/li><li>Swelling that may include face, torso and limbs<\/li><li>Abnormal blood test results that indicate liver problems<\/li><li>Psychological disorder<\/li><li>Fall accidents<\/li><li>Increased blood sugar level (most commonly seen in patients with&nbsp;diabetes&nbsp;)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rare (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Decreased blood sugar level (most commonly seen in patients with&nbsp;diabetes&nbsp;)<\/li><li>Loss of consciousness<\/li><li>Shortness of breath, shallow breathing (&nbsp;respiratory depression&nbsp;)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Following the introduction of Neurontin on the market, the following&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;have been reported:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Decreased&nbsp;platelet count&nbsp;(cells important for&nbsp;coagulation&nbsp;)<\/li><li>Suicidal thoughts and hallucinations<\/li><li>Abnormal movements, such as&nbsp;winding or jerky movements and stiffness<\/li><li>Earrings<\/li><li>A group of&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;that may include swollen&nbsp;lymph nodes&nbsp;(isolated, small, raised bumps under the skin), fever, rash and hepatitis occur simultaneously.<\/li><li>Yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice),&nbsp;inflammation&nbsp;of the liver<\/li><li>Acute&nbsp;renal failure&nbsp;,&nbsp;incontinence<\/li><li>Increase in breast tissue, breast enlargement<\/li><li>Side effects&nbsp;after abrupt discontinuation of gabapentin treatment (anxiety, difficulty sleeping, nausea, aches, sweating), chest pain<\/li><li>Degradation of muscle tissue (&nbsp;rhabdomyolysis&nbsp;)<\/li><li>Alteration of blood test results (elevated blood creatine phosphokinase)<\/li><li>Sexual problems including inability to orgasm, delayed ejaculation<\/li><li>Low sodium levels in the blood<\/li><li>Anaphylactic reaction&nbsp;(severe&nbsp;allergic reaction&nbsp;that can be life-threatening, with symptoms such as difficulty breathing, swelling of the lips, throat and tongue and low&nbsp;blood pressure&nbsp;that requires emergency treatment)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to store Neurontin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Neurontin capsules should not be stored above 30 \u00b0 C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Neurontin tablets should not be stored above 25 \u00b0 C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents of the pack and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Neurontin capsules, hard<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The active substance is gabapentin.\u00a0Each hard gelatin capsule contains either 100 mg, 300 mg, or 400 mg of gabapentin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other ingredients are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Capsule, content:\u00a0lactose monohydrate, corn starch, and talc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Capsule shell: gelatin, purified water, and sodium lauryl sulfate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>100 mg capsules contain the dye E171 (titanium dioxide), 300 mg capsules contain the dyes E171 (titanium dioxide) and E172 (yellow iron oxide) and 400 mg capsules contain the dyes E171 (titanium dioxide) and E172 (red and yellow iron oxide).\u00a0The printing ink used on all capsules contains shellac, E171 (titanium dioxide), and E132 (indigo carmine aluminum salt).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Neurontin film-coated tablets<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The active substance is gabapentin.&nbsp;Each film-coated tablet contains either 600 mg or 800 mg of gabapentin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The other ingredients are Poloxamer 407 (ethylene oxide and propylene oxide), copovidone, corn starch, and magnesium stearate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Film coating: Opadry White YS-1-18111 (hydroxypropyl cellulose, talc)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Polish: candelillavax<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Capsules, hard<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Neurontin 100 mg hard capsules are white and marked with \u201cNeurontin 100 mg\u201d and \u201cPD\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Neurontin 300 mg hard capsules are yellow and marked with \u201cNeurontin 300 mg\u201d and \u201cPD\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Neurontin 400 mg hard capsules are orange and marked with \u201cNeurontin 400 mg\u201d and \u201cPD\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Supplied as PVC \/ PVDC \/ aluminum foil blister pack of 20, 30, 50, 60, 84, 90, 98, 100, 200, 500, 1000 capsules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Film-coated tablets<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Neurontin 600 mg tablets are white, elliptical film-coated tablets with a scoreline on both sides and imprint &#8220;NT&#8221; and &#8220;16&#8221; on one side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Neurontin 800 mg tablets are white, elliptical film-coated tablets with a scoreline on both sides and imprint &#8220;NT&#8221; and &#8220;26&#8221; on one side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Supplied as PVC \/ PE \/ PVDC \/ aluminum foil blister pack or PVC \/ PVDC \/ aluminum foil blister pack of 20, 30, 45, 50, 60, 84, 90, 100, 200, 500 tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upjohn EESV<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rivium Westlaan 142<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2909 LD Capelle aan den IJssel<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Netherlands<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Local representative<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pfizer AB<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>191 90 Sollentuna<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tel: 08-550 520 00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Email: eumedinfo@pfizer.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Manufacturer<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pfizer Manufacturing Deutschland GmbH<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Operating office Freiburg<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mooswaldallee 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>D-79090 Freiburg<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Germany<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Neurontin belongs to a group of medicines used to treat epilepsy and peripheral neuropathic pain (prolonged pain caused by nerve 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