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Gabapentin: Tinnitus, Hearing Loss, Ototoxicity (Cause or Treatment?)

April 11, 2023 by Drew

Gabapentin is a commonly-used medication for the treatment of neuropathic pain (e.g. peripheral neuropathy), restless leg syndrome, and seizure prevention & management – as well as other conditions like anxiety disorders & substance use disorders (off-label). Although many find gabapentin effective as a treatment for the aforementioned medical conditions, some are concerned about the drug …

Gabapentin Withdrawal: Easy or Difficult?

March 24, 2023March 24, 2023 by Drew

Gabapentin is a medication primarily used to treat nerve pain (neuropathic pain) and seizures – but it’s sometimes prescribed off-label for anxiety, insomnia, substance use disorder, alcohol withdrawal, and bipolar disorder. Although gabapentin can be a therapeutic and effective medication, not everyone needs it forever and/or can tolerate it – such that many eventually discontinue …