Posted by jtevers on November 19, 2003, at 11:34:43
In reply to Re: neurontin withdrawal, posted by Jadzia on November 19, 2003, at 10:19:34
i have been on on neurontin and an antipsychotic ( seroquel ) for a few years following a diagnosis of bipolar / mood instability in 2000.
i have gained 60 lbs. since then and despite what doctors say ( that my antipsychotic is responsible ) i have my doubts.
it seems that a second increase in my weight ocurred ( 30 lbs + 30 lbs more ) around the time my dose of neurontin had been increased due to some rebound anxiety. ... the weight gain seems both dose dependant and resistant to exercise and diet. sound familiar anyone?
you see ... i had attempted at once to reduce my dose of neurontin when i began experiencing a whole lot of symptoms i never had to begin with ... all of the symptoms neurontin is supposed to treat ( panic, headache, etc. ) that i never had a problem to begin with evolved ... it seems i am now reliant upon neurontin. has anyone shared this experience and what has been the outcome, i am wondering whether anyone has successfull wheened off of or replace neurontin?
i will be attempting a switch to gabatril / tiagabine to eradicate the weight gain and replace the neurontin.
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