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More FAQ How long does gabapentin withdrawal last? Is gabapentin safe for cats? Does gabapentin cause weight gain? How long does it take gabapentin to work? I’ve been on it for two months no weight gain. I just bumped up to 1200 mg 2 weeks ago. My doc said I would have seen that side effect by now if it was going to be an issue for me. I’ve actually counted calories/macros and have lost weight while on it. I'm one who gained weight also and have recently stopped taking gabapentin due to it's multiple negative side effects. Some are improving, others remain the same as does the weight gain but it's only been three months. Gaining 10 pounds since starting gabapentin is not uncommon; weight gain is a reported side effect for some people. This is thought to happen due to increased appetite, fluid retention, or changes in metabolism. The main alternative to gabapentin is pregabalin, but I’ve heard it affects weight in some people too Could you try something like amitriptyline or one of the other anti-depressants used as a neuropathic painkiller? I have just been put on gabapentin today for severe LA pain and have had 2 compression fractures in back and a neck injury. I am so worried about weight gain, but I will try anything to get rid of this horrible pain I suffer with every day. See what Gabapentin users say about weight gain. Out of 2584 reviews, 99 (3.8%) mention weight gain. Read firsthand experiences. Topics tagged gabapentinnext page →Topics tagged gabapentin The connection between gabapentin and weight loss (or more accurately, weight gain) is multifaceted and not fully understood․ While weight gain is a common side effect reported by many patients, the underlying mechanisms are still under investigation․ The variability in individual responses highlights the importance of a personalized Yes. My appetite is voracious on Gabapentin. I am trying to ignore the urge to overeat as much as I can tolerate. I was underweight with a practically nonexistent appetite when I started talking it, so the increased appetite started out as a great side effect for me. Hi - I've been on gabapentin now for a few months - 900-1200 mg /day as well as Cymbalta - 60 mg per day and have gained 10 lbs. This is a lot for me. I am short and have always watched my weight. I eat well and exercise regularly. Gabapentin is a popular medication used to treat a variety of conditions, including epilepsy, restless leg syndrome, and chronic pain. While it can be an effective treatment option, many people taking gabapentin have reported changes in their weight. But does gabapentin cause weight gain or weight loss? I was on Gabapentin, Pregabalin and Amitriptyline and put on nearly half a stone in weight. The MS Nurse says it is not the tablets, but it makes you feel hungry!! Weight gain is not considered a common side effect of gabapentin. In clinical trials, only about 2% of people reported weight gain with its use. In people who do gain weight while on gabapentin, a research study showed a weight gain of about 5.5 pounds after 1.5 months of use. I started taking gabapentin in 2016 after stabbing, fiery nerve pain post an L5/S1 fusion. It allowed me to get off of opioids which for me had worse side effects. Side effects for me on Gabapentin did not include any weight gain. Mine were more typical such as drowsiness, unsteadiness on feet when first getting up and foggy thinking. These dissipated as my body became more used to the 2100mg Hi everyone, have started taking gabapentin in last few months. Still on a relatively low dose but have put on over a stone. After some googling I realised it’s probably the gabapentin. Really getting me down. On top of everything I now can’t fit into my clothes. Wondering has anyone else had this problem and did they try another nerve pain drug that doesn’t have this side effect? Thanks I had taken low dose gabapentin and have gained weight over time. What do you take gabapentin for? I stopped taking it for small fiber neuropathy because I would be dizzy when I woke up and don’t want to fall (already have balance/dizziness issues and don’t need to add to them). Other gabapentin side effects include edema (fluid buildup), weight gain, and eye problems, but these aren’t as common. Rare but serious gabapentin side effects include mood changes in children. i started taking gabapentin 300mgs 3 times a day about a month and a half ago for chronic pain as well as anxiety/insomnia. it made me more hungry for sure and i started eating more. i was eating my maintenance calories but i still gained around 10lbs because i had been restricting for months before hand. it didn't help much for my pain or
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