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Neurontin: Neurontin Side Effects

Neurontin (gabapentin) was FDA approved for the treatment of epilepsy and seizures in the mid 1990's. At that time, Pfizer, the maker of Neurontin, began an intensive marketing campaign, encouraging doctors to prescribe the drug for off-label uses – uses for which the medication was not intended or approved. Marketing drugs for unapproved uses is not only illegal but also potentially dangerous to consumers. Since its initial approval, Neurontin has been linked to numerous dangerous side effects.

If you or a loved one has suffered a serious Neurontin side effect – particularly if the drug was prescribed to you as treatment for something other than seizures – you may be eligible to seek compensation for your losses.

Serious Neurontin Side Effects

Most Neurontin side effects are mild, such as sleepiness, dizziness, headache, alcohol intolerance and nausea. However, more severe and potentially harmful side effects include:

  • Suicidal tendencies
  • Memory loss
  • Vomiting and diarrhea
  • Viral infections
  • Convulsions
  • Mood changes

Children are especially susceptible to the drug's psychological effects, and may experience a change in school performance, mood swings, hyperactivity, and other behavioral changes.

Neurontin Side Effects & Off-Label Uses

Conditions for which Neurontin is sometimes recommended but not FDA approved include bipolar disorder, pain, migraines, postherpetic neuralgia, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Pfizer intentionally marketed Neurontin for at least a dozen unapproved uses , putting patient safety second to profits. Some estimates suggest that off-label Neurontin use accounts for as much as 90% of the drug's total sales.

Individuals who have suffered severe Neurontin side effects, especially in cases where the drug was used for off-label purposes, may be eligible to recover damages including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. If you or a loved one has experienced adverse Neurontin side effects, you need to ensure that your legal rights are protected .

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