Gabapentin

<p>June 6, 2021, 3:41 PM</p>

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<p>Trade name&nbsp;= Neurontin; &nbsp;anticonvulsant; first line for neuropathic pain; &nbsp;30-40% have meaningful benefit;</p>

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<p>decr activity of subseet of CA channels;</p>

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<p>approved 1993; &nbsp;2018: 11th most common med; &nbsp;</p>

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<p>renal excretion; &nbsp;works for central pain; &nbsp;(caution with kidney problems)</p>

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<p>alleviates sleep disorder due to medical illness;</p>

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<p>Schedule V controlled substance; &nbsp;</p>

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