There's a wide variety of medications used for the prevention of Migraine and headache, most of which are prescribed off-label. If gabapentin has been prescribed for you, or if you and your doctor have been considering it, here's some information that should be helpful.
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Gabapentin, brand name Neurontin, is a neuronal stabilizing agent (anticonvulsant medication) used to treat seizure disorders and prescribed off-label for Migraine and headache prevention. It is also...
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