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Who can and cannot take gabapentin - Brand name: Neurontin

Who can take gabapentin

Gabapentin can be taken by most adults and children aged 6 and over.

Who may not be able to take gabapentin

Gabapentin is not suitable for some people.

To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor if you:

  • have ever had an allergic reaction to gabapentin or any other medicine
  • have ever misused or been addicted to a medicine
  • are trying to get pregnant or are already pregnant
  • are on a controlled sodium or potassium diet, or your kidneys do not work well (gabapentin liquid contains sodium and potassium, so speak to your doctor before taking it)

Page last reviewed: 18 January 2022
Next review due: 18 January 2025