What Pain Medication Can I Take With Gabapentin?

Informing your doctor about any medications you are taking before initiating gabapentin is of utmost importance. We will first review the characteristics of gabapentin, followed by a discussion on compatible pain medications. Gabapentin is a medication that healthcare providers prescribe to control specific seizure types and muscle spasms. The oral formulations of gabapentin, including tablets and capsules, are employed to relieve nerve pain, particularly in cases of painful rashes caused by herpes zoster infections, and it belongs to the class of anticonvulsants or antiepileptic drugs.