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Posted at 11:16 AM
on Mar 08, 2003
by jank,
#764
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Ref, Swelling of feet and legs: Try to think back about whether the swelling happened before or after you went off the Neurontin, as this drug acts like a strong diuretic, and if your kidneys are not working correctly (your doctor) can check this for you) one of the first places fluid collects is in the lower extremities. If the swelling started two weeks ago it could be a 'rebound effect' from going off the drug.
Also, diabetes and congestive heart failure have symptoms of swelling in the feet and lower legs. It depends on what condition you were taking the Neurontin for; obviously it's a bad symptom, but probably is only peripherally connected to Neurontin. Gapentin, the primary ingredient of N. is often given to people who are on kidney dialysis, since that is the primary effect it has on one's body.
JanK, Neurontin taker, and a person who has researched this drug extensively for physical effects.
My 92 year old father was recently given a Rx for this drug; unclear if any side effect warnings were given prior. He has multiple problems including shoulder pain, spinal stenois, pinched nerve, carpel tunnel...has been extremely active till now. First dose of N was 300 mg and I was told by nurse this was low; he was unable to keep his eyes open during the following day...would not be able to drive....(yes, he does:-). Was able to get him on a lower dose; sleepiness no longer problematic, but his hands significantly swelled, and now today it is his feet. Unclear if elevating it will help..but due to adverse reaction, I am concerned with him staying on it. Warnings indicate care should be taken in geriatric patients with potentially different metabolism issues...
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