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Your child needs to take the medicine called gabapentin (say: GA-ba-pen-tin). This information sheet explains what gabapentin does, how to give it and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine. The most common side effects that were reported in studies of gabapentin are drowsiness (somnolence), dizziness, problems with movement and balance (ataxia), fatigue, and rapid and uncontrolled eye movement (nystagmus) in patients with epilepsy >12 years of age and viral infection, fever, nausea and/or vomiting, somnolence, and hostility in i was recently prescribed gabapentin for the effects of the severe brain damage suffered in a car accident a year ago. i had damage to the 'ponds' of my brain and have since lost most sensation in my left side, but have been told this is not nerve damage. gabapentin was prescribed with the thought that it would increase sensation, balance and Side effects. All medications have the possibility of causing side effects. There are three main types of antiepileptic medication side effects. Some mild side effects are common when starting antiepileptic medications, particularly if the dose is increased rapidly. These include nausea, abdominal pain, dizziness, sleepiness, irritability Are there any possible side-effects? We use medicines to make our children better, but sometimes they have other effects that we don’t want (side-effects). Your child may get these side-effects when they first start taking gabapentin. They will usually settle down within a week or so as their body gets used to the medicine. Continue Both gabapentin or pregabalin are usually started at a low dose and gradually increase over time until it is at the best dose for controlling symptoms without causing problematic side effects. Occasionally, children and young people may be more emotional, show changes in behaviour or feel very low while taking either gabapentin or pregabalin. Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking gabapentin: More common in children. Some side effects of gabapentin may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Call your child’s doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother your child or do not go away: Feeling dizzy, sleepy, tired, or weak. Diarrhea, upset stomach, or throwing up. Children taking gabapentin may have behavior changes. Stay alert to changes in your mood or symptoms. Your family or caregivers should also watch for sudden changes in your behavior. It is not known if gabapentin will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Side Effects: Gabapentin’s side effects in children may include drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, and behavioral changes. Some children may also experience mood changes or increased agitation. Are there any possible side effects? We use medicines to make our children better, but sometimes they cause effects that we don’t want (side-effects). Your child may get the following side-effects when they first start taking gabapentin. They will usually settle down within a week or so as your child gets used to the medicine. Child 12–17 years Initially 300 mg once daily on day 1, then 300 mg twice daily on day 2, then 300 mg 3 times a day on day 3, alternatively initially 300 mg 3 times a day on day 1, then increased in steps of 300 mg every 2–3 days in 3 divided doses, adjusted according to response; usual dose 0.9–3.6 g daily in 3 divided doses (max. per dose 1.6 g 3 times a day), some children may not Some side effects go away with time or after the dose has been changed. Speak to your doctor if you are worried about any of the following or if they continue. Sleepiness/drowsiness : Your child may feel sleepy, tired or sluggish. Children with dystonia can get painful and distressing movements and muscle spams, which may make movement and muscle spasms, which may make movement, sitting and standing difficult. Gabapentin acts in the brain to slow down messages to the muscles and nerves. This reduces muscle stiffness and improves comfort. What is Gabapentin available as? Other side-effects you need to know about Your child may be drowsy (sleepy), dizzy or unsteady. Your child may feel less hungry (lose their appetite), and feel sick (nausea) or be sick (vomit). Other side effects of Neurontin. Some side effects of gabapentin may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. There are several studies of gabapentin in children with partial seizures. In 1996, Khurana and colleagues reported the results of an open-label add-on trial in 32 children (ages 2-16 years) with refractory partial seizures.4 The children were treated with gabapentin doses of 10 to 50 mg/kg/day, with an average effective dose of 26.7 mg/kg/day. Child 12–17 years Initially 300 mg once daily on day 1, then 300 mg twice daily on day 2, then 300 mg 3 times a day on day 3, alternatively initially 300 mg 3 times a day on day 1, then increased in steps of 300 mg every 2–3 days in 3 divided doses, adjusted according to response; usual dose 0.9–3.6 g daily in 3 divided doses (max. per dose 1.6 g 3 times a day), some children may not Common side effects of gabapentin include: Feeling tired. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea and vomiting. Fever. Difficulty speaking. Recurring infections. Memory loss. Weight gain. Movement problems: coordination problems, being unsteady, tremors, jerky movements. Eye problems: unusual eye movements, double vision. Talk to your healthcare provider More serious (but rare) side effects include suicidal thoughts or behavior, and mood changes in children. Combining gabapentin with certain medications, like opioids or benzodiazepines, can also lead to difficulty breathing and overdose in rare cases.
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