I've been on 300 mg a day of Gabapentin for a year. Been off two weeks. The doctor took me off. Abruptly. I'm experiencing extreme dry mouth. Anyone else had this problem on or off this medication? Also, headaches in the afternoon. 0 likes, 7 replies Dry mouth is reported as a side effect among people who take Gabapentin (gabapentin), especially for people who are female, 60+ old, have been taking the drug for < 1 month also take Acetaminophen, and have Stress and anxiety. Dry mouth; Increased appetite; Weight gain; Red, itchy eyes; Fever, runny nose, cough, sneezing, flu-like symptoms; Back pain or joint pain; Ear pain; Some adverse effects of gabapentin can be serious. You should contact your doctor immediately if you experience side effects such as: Rash; Itching; Hoarseness; Swelling of the throat, mouth It's not entirely clear how gabapentin works to treat restless legs syndrome. Side effects of gabapentin. Common side effects of gabapentin include: drowsiness or dizziness; headache or blurred vision; nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation; dry mouth; weight gain; swelling of the hands, feet, or ankles; back or joint pain Dry mouth. Blurry or double vision. Unusual eye movements. Sexual problems, such as decreased sex drive (libido) or erectile dysfunction. Flu-like symptoms in kids. Though rare, serious gabapentin side effects can also happen. Examples include: Mood or behavior changes in children. Withdrawal symptoms, such as seizures, if stopped abruptly Gabapentin is fairly safe when you use it correctly. It does come with some possible side effects, though. People who misuse this drug are also at risk of additional side effects. Gabapentin is It appears to cause significant dry mouth in my case even at a moderate dose. Biotene products help as does chewing gum with xylitol. Lemon drops may help with producing more saliva, but especially at night, can cause extensive gum line decay on your teeth. Having a dry mouth makes it uncomfortable to do basic things like breathe, speak, and swallow. Kind of important stuff. The good news is that many of the causes of dry mouth can be easily fixed. Snoring and breathing with the mouth open can lead to dry mouth. Tobacco and alcohol use. Drinking alcohol and smoking or chewing tobacco can lead to more dry mouth symptoms. Use of legal or illegal drugs that may be sold on the streets. Methamphetamine use can cause serious dry mouth, and it can damage teeth. Marijuana use also can cause dry Dry mouth is another possible Lyrica side effect. It's usually not harmful. But it can be uncomfortable — especially when you eat or talk. If you experience dry mouth from Lyrica, here are some tips that might help: Chew sugar-free gum or suck on sugar-free candy. Take small sips of water throughout the day Dry Mouth: Antiepileptics like gabapentin are known to cause dry mouth, so it’s important to sip water frequently throughout the day to prevent discomfort. Weight Gain: Gabapentin doesn’t make you gain weight, but it can make you feel hungrier, causing you to gain weight. Eating a balanced diet and healthy foods that help you feel full can It turns out that Prune Juice causes dry mouth, because it's action is to draw water into the large intestine, thus making it possible to poop. Been on it for 3 weeks. Currently up to 1200 daily and the back of my throat is constantly raw. Does this ever go away? Also zero pain reduction so Do you take Gabapentin and have Dry mouth? Check whether Dry mouth is associated with a drug or a condition Like all medicines, gabapentin can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them. Common side effects. These common side effects of gabapentin may happen in more than 1 in 100 people. They're usually mild and go away by themselves. There are things you can do to help cope with them: Feeling sleepy, tired or dizzy Dry mouth (xerostomia) can be caused by many factors, including medications. Common medications that cause dry mouth are diphenhydramine (Benadryl), Adderall (amphetamine salts), and oxybutynin. Many antidepressants, opioids, and benzodiazepines, among other medications, can also cause dry mouth. dry mouth; false beliefs that cannot be changed by facts; fever; headache; hoarseness; increased appetite; lack of coordination; loss of memory; lower back or side pain; painful or difficult urination; poor insight and judgment; problems with memory or speech; rapid weight gain; sensation of pins and needles; shakiness; sleepiness; stabbing pain Common (1% to 10%): Diarrhea, dry mouth or throat, constipation, nausea, vomiting, dyspepsia, dental abnormalities, gingivitis, abdominal pain, flatulence ; Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Glossitis, gum hemorrhage, thirst, stomatitis, increased salivation, gastroenteritis, hemorrhoids, bloody stools, fecal incontinence Some of the common side effects of gabapentin can include drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, tremors, weight gain, nervousness and dry mouth. People on gabapentin may also experience double vision and other vision changes. More severe side effects of gabapentin can include shifts in mood, and this can be a serious problem requiring medical treatment. The FDA does list “serious breathing problems” in the official prescribing information for gabapentin: “Serious breathing problems can occur when NEURONTIN is taken with other medicines that can cause severe sleepiness or decreased awareness, or when it is taken by someone who already has breathing problems.
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