For peripheral neuropathy I have been asked to start with Gabantein Forte starting with small dose and after a week to go upto 3 tablets per day...my symptoms are numbness, at times burning in the peripheral parts of both feet for last 8 months..how does this tablet help and are there any side effects...I read that they are also prescribed for Parkinsons, hence am a bit concerned...I am 55 years old...65 kgs...6 feet , a hypertensive for long on minimal tablet...no ..mydiabetes....cholesterol on borderline....otherwise in good health...kindly advisemy email is  YYYY@YYYY
Hi, Your symptoms are consistent with peripheral neuropathy. Hope you have undergone nerve conduction study for confirming the diagnosis and extent of lesionGabapentin specifically a GAZA analog. It was originally developed to treat epilepsy, and currently is also used to relieve neuropathic pain in neuropathy. It is not used for Parkinson disease. Gabapentins most common side effects in adult patients include dizziness, fatigue, weight gain, Chat Doctor.  Gabapentin should be used carefully in patients with renal impairment due to possible accumulation and toxicity. Medicines are not poison they are used to alleviate the symptoms hence don't worry be in touch with your treating doctor for any hypersensitivity or skin reaction and watch for urine output. Hope this will help regards