Gabapentin 800mg

Gabapentin 800mg – Nerve Pain & Seizure Relief | Neurontin® Alternative

Gabapentin 800mg is a prescription anticonvulsant and nerve pain medication used to treat neuropathic pain, partial seizures, shingles pain (postherpetic neuralgia), and sometimes restless legs syndrome (RLS). It alters calcium channel activity in nerve cells, helping to calm nerve signals and reduce chronic pain or seizure activity.

Originally marketed under the brand name Neurontin®, Gabapentin is now widely available as a generic option in high-strength 800mg tablets, ideal for patients who need maximum relief.

Chemical & Pharmacological Profile:

• Generic Name: Gabapentin

• Chemical Formula: C9H17NO2

• Drug Class: Anticonvulsant / GABA analog

• Mechanism of Action: Modulates calcium channels to reduce nerve excitability (does not bind directly to GABA receptors)

• Bioavailability: ~27% at 800mg dose

• Half-life: 5–7 hours

• Controlled Status: Not a controlled substance (in most U.S. states, but monitored in some like Kentucky or Tennessee)

Brand & Generic Variants:

• Neurontin® (original brand by Pfizer)

• Gabarone®

• Gralise® (extended-release)

• Available from generics like Aurobindo, Teva, Torrent, Amneal, and Apotex

Medical Uses:

• Nerve pain (neuropathy) from diabetes, shingles, or spinal injury

• Postherpetic neuralgia (PHN)

• Partial seizures (as adjunct therapy)

• Fibromyalgia (off-label)

• Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)

• Hot flashes or chronic anxiety (off-label uses)

Dosage & Administration:

• Typical starting dose: 300mg once daily, titrated upward

• Gabapentin 800mg is often used in divided doses:
  → 1 tablet 2 to 3 times daily

• Max daily dose: up to 3600mg/day (as prescribed)

• Should be taken with or without food

• Do not stop suddenly – taper gradually to avoid withdrawal or rebound symptoms

Side Effects & Warnings:

• Common: Drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, fatigue, tremors

• Serious: Mood changes, suicidal thoughts, allergic reactions

• May impair coordination or reaction time — avoid driving until effects are known

• Should not be mixed with alcohol or CNS depressants

• Use caution in elderly or those with kidney impairment

Shipping & Availability:

• Ships discreetly across the USA and UK

• Available in generic and branded forms

• Prescription optional in select locations

• Fast delivery: 2–4 business days

• Sealed, tamper-proof packaging