Psycho-Babble Medication Thread 107193

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Are blood tests required whilst taking Gabapentin?

Posted by CtrlAlt n Del on May 21, 2002, at 18:08:33

thanks...

 

Re: Are blood tests required whilst taking Gabapentin? » CtrlAlt n Del

Posted by Krazy Kat on May 21, 2002, at 18:19:16

In reply to Are blood tests required whilst taking Gabapentin?, posted by CtrlAlt n Del on May 21, 2002, at 18:08:33

not in the u.s.

 

Re: Are blood tests required whilst taking Gabapentin? » Krazy Kat

Posted by CtrlAlt n Del on May 21, 2002, at 20:07:44

In reply to Re: Are blood tests required whilst taking Gabapentin? » CtrlAlt n Del, posted by Krazy Kat on May 21, 2002, at 18:19:16


no suprise-only in docs in uk : )

WoW gaba-feelsogood-pentin kicks like a possesed donkey..EEEEEEOOORRRR.

 

Re: Are blood tests required whilst taking Gabapentin? » CtrlAlt n Del

Posted by krazy kat on May 22, 2002, at 9:36:16

In reply to Re: Are blood tests required whilst taking Gabapentin? » Krazy Kat, posted by CtrlAlt n Del on May 21, 2002, at 20:07:44

didn't you try this before?

 

Re: Are blood tests required whilst taking Gabapentin?

Posted by CtrlAlt n Del on May 22, 2002, at 17:25:26

In reply to Re: Are blood tests required whilst taking Gabapentin? » CtrlAlt n Del, posted by krazy kat on May 22, 2002, at 9:36:16

> didn't you try this before?

What neurontin? No I was on lamictal before..

 

Re: Are blood tests required whilst taking Gabapentin? » CtrlAlt n Del

Posted by Elizabeth on May 22, 2002, at 18:16:45

In reply to Are blood tests required whilst taking Gabapentin?, posted by CtrlAlt n Del on May 21, 2002, at 18:08:33

No, they're not -- and there's no reason why something like this would vary depending on what country you live in!

Why do you ask?

-elizabeth

 

Re: Are blood tests required whilst taking Gabapentin? » Elizabeth

Posted by krazy kat on May 22, 2002, at 22:04:39

In reply to Re: Are blood tests required whilst taking Gabapentin? » CtrlAlt n Del, posted by Elizabeth on May 22, 2002, at 18:16:45

Elizabeth:

I also wondered re: the country thing, but wasn't sure what other difference there could be.

Isn't Neurontin considered quite safe for the liver and kidneys, and I know it doesn't require a blood test to determine its "level" like Depakote does.

Thanks! Just curious.

- kk

 

Re: Are blood tests required whilst taking Gabapentin? » CtrlAlt n Del

Posted by krazy kat on May 22, 2002, at 22:06:51

In reply to Re: Are blood tests required whilst taking Gabapentin?, posted by CtrlAlt n Del on May 22, 2002, at 17:25:26

From my experience, you will find this much less intrusive. It is thought to be more of an anti-anxiety med than a stabilizer, though there are posts here to the contrary.

I liked it because it was so easy for my body to handle, but, unfortunately, it didn't help me much.

From my limited knowledge, I don't know of any reason not to try it Dear Dr.

- kk

 

Re: Elizabeth...+KK

Posted by CtrlAlt n Del on May 23, 2002, at 6:06:29

In reply to Re: Are blood tests required whilst taking Gabapentin? » CtrlAlt n Del, posted by krazy kat on May 22, 2002, at 22:06:51

Hi
Doc suggested blood test...maybe it's just routine but at the time I thought it wasn't needed for gabapentin..oh well I'll have it done anyway.
The gabapentin is VERY good for anxiety ..as for moods , well it can be quite elevating at first..yesterday someone observed that I had a manic surge due to environmental stress so whether or not it controls my rapid mood I'll have to see.
I have increased to 900mg x3 hoping to increase more
THANKS..


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