low doses of gabapentin (Neurontin) for muscle cramps
April 2000
Some physicians are now prescribing low doses of gabapentin (Neurontin) for muscle cramps.
Ever since the FDA said not to use quinine for leg cramps, people have been searching for a good alternative.
Many other drugs have been tried...verapamil, vitamin E, phenytoin, carbamazepine, and methocarbamol.
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