Neurontin User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• Aca...
• September 23, 2009

For Pain "I just started taking 100 mg twice a day five days ago. I have degenerative joint disease, osteopenia, arthritis, etc. Mainly, my neck and hips just kill me! Sometimes I can't get to sleep, and sometimes I wake up feeling absolutely pitiful. I've only been taking ibuprofen 600 mg 3 x a day. Since starting the gabapentin (also started Effexor the same day), I am able to sleep, and it doesn't hurt all the time. I am sleepy a lot. It's worth it not to hurt."

• tnl...
• October 22, 2009

For Peripheral Neuropathy "Tried for several months. Wasn't sure if the problem had resolved or the drug was actually working. Stopped slowly, and within weeks noticed a return of symptoms - starting back tomorrow - slowly up to full dosage."

• Stu...
• February 17, 2016

For Postherpetic Neuralgia "My GP prescribed Neurontin to treat pain from PHN, increasing to 1800 mg per day. After 6 weeks, I find it does reduce pain to some extent, and I am able to get a reasonable sleep. Side effects include ringing in ears and tingling in feet and hands, but I can put up with this. I was previously taking Lyrica but experienced very nasty side effects and had to be weaned off it."

• Mic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 23, 2018

For Postherpetic Neuralgia "I have been prescribed this drug twice for trigeminal neuralgia, 4 years ago, and I weighed 310 pounds. I took this drug with seemingly no help. The pain went away totally one day. No clue was given. It (the pain) has returned with a vengeance. I am on 600 mg, 3 times a day, and cannot even talk without a painful shock to my face. My face feels like the dentist hit a nerve in a tooth. Wind, water, a wrong touch, and I am knocked to my knees, seriously. What is a better choice? The pain has got to stop."

• Anonymous
• March 16, 2011

For Migraine "I have been on Neurontin for about a year now. I started with 300 mg a day and now take 400 mg a day. This medicine has given me my life back. I was having 4-6 headaches a month, each lasting 1-4 days. I was taking Zomig 4-6 times a month along with Excedrin Migraine and Fiorinal. Now I only get 1-2 headaches a month, and they are very mild. I can usually get rid of them with one dose of Excedrin Migraine or Fiorinal. Side effects are weight gain and some slight brain 'fuzziness,' but nothing serious. I had previously tried a beta blocker and an antidepressant, and the side effects were horrible, plus I still had the headaches. I am very happy with Neurontin."

• 500...
• April 20, 2009

For Pain "I have suffered with chronic pain from a staph infection for the last 30 years. I finally got relief with Medtronic's Morphine pain pump. After trying Neurontin for breakthrough pain, I have high hopes to replace the Morphine with the Neurontin, which has recently been approved to be used in the pump by the FDA. After staying on the Neurontin, slowly but surely, all side effects were gone. Just the dry mouth continues, but that's okay."

• oli...
• August 7, 2010

For Pain "I have fibromyalgia and pars defect (slipped disc in L5, S1). I take morphine sulfate 30 mg 3 x daily, Neurontin 600 mg 3 x daily. I have noticed a HUGE improvement in the movement of my body. I can actually bend over without falling to my knees in pain. Before I was taking morphine, I could tell a difference on the days when I was not taking my daily dose of the Neurontin. My body would ache, and the pain would be awful and distracting. My arms, shoulders, lower back, and shooting/dull ache down my legs would flare up when driving or sitting for a period of time. Now I am able to sit without needing to lay down every 20-30 minutes. The price is reasonable for those without insurance. Hope this helps!"

• Nic...
• June 17, 2010

For Hot Flashes "I had been on the brand name Neurontin for my complex partial seizure disorder since 1994. When the generic came out, I began taking it. I began experiencing menopause symptoms within two months. I was 36 years old at that time. Three months ago, my neurologist put me back on the name brand. My symptoms have diminished greatly, but not completely. I think my condition is unique in that I took this medication while still in childbearing age. When my age increased, something about the generic formulation's bioavailability actually induced menopause symptoms. I also know that the name brand is working, as evidenced by weight gain, which can be brought back down with exercise. I had lost weight, sleep, memory, and sanity while on the generic."

• bro...
• September 25, 2009

For Pain "I have been taking Neurontin now for 2 years for nerve pain associated with paralysis of my right leg. I now take 300 mg 3 times a day and honestly don't think it does anything at all. I also take 30 mg of morphine 3 times a day, not to mention a handful of muscle relaxers as needed. If you truly have pain, the only thing that works is OxyContin combined with morphine. My advice is to take care of your body and to stay off of 4-wheelers that run over 100 mph because when you crash, you will break and end up with a crappy life like mine."

• Exe...
• March 16, 2010

For Fibromyalgia "I have found that the initial 'once at bedtime' dosage of 300 mg of Neurontin helpful for the burning muscle pain that keeps me awake; however, now that I am supposed to graduate to 300 mg, 3 times per day, I am experiencing extreme nausea and some vomiting. I am going to ask my rheumatologist, but is this normal?"

• ERa...
• October 13, 2009

For Migraine "I'm taking Neurontin for my basilar migraines. I started out with 600 mg/day, and it worked well in controlling my terrible auras (vertigo and double vision) for about 10 months. I started experiencing mild vertigo the past 3 days, so it was increased today to 1200 mg/day. Hopefully, it will continue to keep my auras in check. For me, the downside of this medicine is feeling lightheaded, and I sometimes have trouble recalling things. Also, sometimes I get a 'high' feeling, but it's all good."

• Anonymous
• May 16, 2010

For Peripheral Neuropathy "Makes me feel very tired and quite unwell (low mood, upset, sad, etc.). Don't seem to get much pain relief, although it takes the edge off the worst pain. Not sure about it, but think I am negative towards it because it is an anticonvulsant drug and I am using it for neuropathic pain. Positive comments from this site may make me try and think better of it!!"

• Kim...
• September 23, 2009

For Migraine "I used this last night for migraines. I took two pills and felt like I was drunk, even when I woke up. It knocked me out cold for 10 hours, and I still felt like that when I woke up. I have been exhausted all day also. My migraine is gone, but I can barely keep my eyes open."

• SaM...
• May 20, 2011

For Migraine "I have been on Neurontin now for 10 days. My pain management doctor put me on it for pain as well as for my migraines. The dosage he has me on is 1 tablet 3 times daily. The tablet is 300 mg. I have experienced mood changes. I seem more agitated than I normally am. Hopefully, I get better at that. I always feel drowsy after taking it. I haven't had a migraine yet, but we shall see if I do anyway. It will be hard to tell since every 6 months I go and do radio frequency on the back of my neck. That is where they burn my nerve endings to help my migraines. So I hope all my pain goes away and I do not experience any freakish side effects. I wish everyone the best in taking this medicine, and I hope all of us will stay pain-free."

• Gil...
• May 15, 2011

For Peripheral Neuropathy "I have severe diabetic peripheral neuropathy, and I've been administered several different medicines to treat my symptoms. I find Neurontin is best for me, but I have to take at least 1200 mg three times a day. Sometimes more. And I worry about that, but I can't live with the constant pain."

• Anonymous
• April 4, 2011

For Fibromyalgia "I give this one a 4 because when I take it, I feel the pain, but it's more like pressure, not pain. I know the pain is there, but I can keep moving. But when it starts to wear off, I feel the pain greater."

• Ind...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 1, 2024

"I’ve only been on it for a week or so. Before I was in so much pain at night I couldn’t sleep, my body spasmed and twitched all night. In the last week, I have slept so well and I am mostly pain free in the daytime too now. I’m taking 300mg three times a day: I felt a little loopy at first but that’s subsiding now. So pleased I have been prescribed this so far!"

• Mol...
• February 1, 2009

For Migraine "I was up to a very high dose of Neurontin in hopes of it helping my horrid migraines, but nope. All it did was cause some major word-finding problems. My neurologist finally switched me to Topamax. My mother loves Neurontin for her hot flashes, though. I didn't have any other side effects other than the strange word-finding issues."

• Anonymous
• March 12, 2010

For Pain "I recently started Neurontin after trying oxycodone with a bad allergic reaction. Initially, I was tired non-stop with nausea and vomiting the first two weeks. Now, I have no nerve pain as long as I take it at 300 mg three times a day. I do have a nonstop haze that does affect my reading, so reading isn't too enjoyable anymore. I have also packed on 10 pounds. I still have horrible joint pain that I treat with 800 mg Advil three times a day. My gait is still the same and I still cannot walk without a cane, but the side effects are tolerable."

• ame...
• June 15, 2011

For Fibromyalgia "I seem to get all of the side effects from medicines. In taking the smallest dose, it seemed to help at first, then I began to experience extreme dizzy spells caused by the Neurontin. I am now off and beginning a trial period of Cymbalta while I wait to see Rheumatology for more answers. Good luck to all."

• a45...
• March 4, 2011

For Pain "This medicine is wonderful. I have been using it for a week along with Zanaflex 1x daily 4mg and the Neurontin 2x daily 300mg. I suffer from nerve damage in my right shoulder, as well as shoulder instability. My arm dislocates frequently, at least 2x a month. Trust me, putting your arm back in the socket will race you to a 10 on the pain scale instantly. I have blacked out from the pain a couple of times. The point is, when my arm sub-locates, the Neurontin can stop the traumatizing pain very quickly, with only a half of a Norco to assist the pain. It has also allowed me to be more productive at work. It is easier to deal with during the daytime than Norco constantly. If you have nerve pain from a traumatic injury or accident, I highly recommend."

• Boo...
• September 14, 2010

For Peripheral Neuropathy "It controlled the numbness and worked well for a long time. I developed a problem consisting of no appetite and constant nausea, especially an upset stomach after taking my evening dose. I switched to Lyrica, and my problems went away."

• Man...
• January 19, 2011

For Pain "I have had 3 major low back and neck surgeries within the past several years. I have excruciating hip and low back pain and can never get to sleep. I wake up several times a night putting ice packs on my low back and hips. I went to see a pain doctor today, and he has put me on Neurontin, gradually increasing it to 300 mg 3X a day. I have to say that it hasn't done a whole lot for me. I woke up at 3 am this morning hurting. I am feeling highly agitated, so not sure if it's the medication or just me being in pain. I am manic depressive and take Seroquel, have for years. I am just not getting pain relief. Does it take time with Neurontin to work?"

• abu...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 4, 2016

For Epilepsy "Well, Neurontin has really not done anything for me. I was an alcoholic and had seizures many times, and they put me on propranolol. It has helped more than anything, I guess, for the tremors, but as far as seizures, nope, not doing anything. I still feel like I'm about to have a heart attack/seizure. Just ain't doing it for me."

• Anonymous
• May 9, 2010

For Pain "I have a bulging disc and low back that has displaced nerves. I live with pain every day due to fibromyalgia and arthritis, but this back pain is off the charts. Nothing helped. Just started Neurontin this week. Makes me feel a little tired, but tends to keep me awake. So far, it has knocked pain down to a level I can live with. If I take pain medicine with it, I don't feel any pain. I'm noticing my hands feel swollen, hope it doesn't get worse as I tend to have the rare side effects on any medicine I take."