Gabapentin is not generally considered effective in the treatment of absence seizures Special care should be taken by patients driving, operating machinery or performing any hazardous tasks. There are, however, no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Because animal reproduction studies are not always predictive of human response, this drug should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit to the patient justifies the potential risk to the fetus . A decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or to discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother. No specific information is available on the treatment of overdose with Neurontin, although haemodialysis has been shown to be effective in eliminating gabapentin.
Treatment is symptomatic and supportive, consistent with established medical care.
Overdoses of Neurontin up to 49g ingested at one time have been reported in four people, all of whom recovered fully. Symptoms of overdose included dizziness, double vision, slurred speech, drowsiness, lethargy and mild diarrhoea. Reduced absorption of Neurontin at higher doses may limit drug absorption and hence minimize toxicity at the time of overdosing. In patients with renal impairment haemodialysis may be indicated. Neurontin 100 - 100's in securitainers.