NHS 'do not mix' alert to anyone taking gabapentin for pain View 3 Images

An NHS alert has reminded patients taking Gabapentin, one of the UK's most commonly prescribed painkillers, to tell their doctor about any serious side effects as soon as possible. It could be that certain substances you're taking to boost your health might be doing the opposite.

Gabapentin is a prescription-only medication used mostly for nerve pain, which can be caused by conditions such as diabetes, epilepsy, shingles, and restless legs syndrome. Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a prevalent issue in the UK, affecting an estimated 10% of adults.

For approximately 2%, it results in irritating symptoms almost every night, meaning around 2.2 million people in the UK will experience this condition at some poin

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