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drug_recall neurontinNeurontin (gabapentin), a prescription medication manufactured by the pharmaceutical company Pfizer, has been discovered to cause depression as well as lead to other serious side effects. The FDA approved Neurontin in 1983 as an adjunct therapy for the treatment of partial seizure disorder and to treat nerve pain associated with herpes and shingles. Doctors also prescribe Neurontin in the treatment of other illnesses and disorders; however, these “off-label” uses have not been evaluated or approved by the FDA.
Some of the off-label uses of Neurontin include treatment of the following:
• Bipolar disorder
• Pain syndromes
• Epilepsy mono-therapy (which was expressly rejected by the FDA in 1997)
• Attention deficit disorder
• Restless leg syndrome
• Trigeminal and post-hepatic neuralgia
• Essential tremor periodic limb movement
• Migraines
• Drug and alcohol withdrawal symptoms
Because these uses have not been studied or evaluated for safety, individuals who take Neurontin for these purposes may have a greater risk of suffering from Neurontin depression or other serious side effects.
Of the drug''s known side effects, Neurontin depression is the one most likely to appear in pediatric patient populations . Patients between the ages of three and twelve have shown a significant rate of developing central nervous system side effects such as emotional instability (treatment-emergent depression, anxiety, and drastic mood swings) , hostility (aggressiveness, mistrustfulness, and suspiciousness) , thought disorder (lack of concentration and loss of memory) , and hyperkinesias (restlessness and hyperactivity). All of these Neurontin side effects can have negative effects on a patient''s academic and personal life.
Treatment-emergent Neurontin depression has also been shown to cause suicidal thoughts and behaviors in some patients. If you or someone you love has developed symptoms of Neurontin depression or is suffering from other unusual or harmful side effects, you should consult with a doctor before withdrawing from the medication. This is especially important for individuals who are already taking seizure medication. You may also wish to contact a qualified legal professional who can evaluate your case and help you understand your rights.
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