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Does Gabapentin Cause Depression, Breathing Difficulty And Backaches?
re: GABBAPENTIN, I am COPD/Emphysema diagnosed. I am on 5 litre O2. I have been taking gabapentin for quite some time! I am beginning to experience more complicated side effects ... increased depression, mood changes, TROUBLE BREATHING, back ache, constipa/diary, DRY MOUTH and nose, trouble breathing, throat irritation, weight gain. Am anxious to heart reactions to today s headlines about opioid connection.
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Yes rarely Gabapentin may cause altered mental Status, depression, feeling of anger towards something, loss of memory, mood changes, troubled breathing etc. Please consult your doctor he will examine and advice alternate drug for your problem.
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Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Yes rarely Gabapentin may cause altered mental Status, depression, feeling of anger towards something, loss of memory, mood changes, troubled breathing etc. Please consult your doctor he will examine and advice alternate drug for your problem.
I hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you have any further questions.
Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu
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