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)