Compare Neurontin vs. Trileptal
Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, ratings, and more.
Treats tingling and burning nerve pain.
Neurontin (gabapentin) is an old seizure disorder medicine that is now used to treat nerve-related pain caused by different conditions.
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3.4/ 5 average rating with 620 reviewsforNeurontin
Prevents seizures.
Trileptal (Oxcarbazepine) is effective at preventing seizures and you don’t need to get regular blood tests to make sure it’s effective, but it has many drug interactions.
Upsides
- Originally used to treat epilepsy (partial seizures), but now it primarily treats neuropathic pain that's caused by nerve stimulation or damage.
- Studies show it's most effective for nerve pain from diabetes, shingles, and fibromyalgia (a painful muscle condition).
- It's available as a generic, so it's less expensive than similar medications.
- Trileptal (Oxcarbazepine) is effective at lowering the frequency of seizures, especially for people with partial seizures.
- If you have trouble swallowing tablets, Trileptal (Oxcarbazepine) is also available as an oral solution.
- You won’t need to get regular blood tests to check the drug levels in your body.
- Available in a generic form.
Downsides
- Neurontin (gabapentin) can cause some side effects, including memory problems, drowsiness, dizziness, or confusion. There is a higher risk for these side effects if you drink alcohol, so it might not be the best medication for heavy drinkers.
- You can't skip or miss doses since suddenly stopping Neurontin (gabapentin) can cause seizures.
- It’s important to take your dose on time so that Trileptal (Oxcarbazepine) has steady levels in your body.
- Interacts with many other medicines and supplements.
- Can cause difficulty concentrating, tiredness or drowsiness, and problems with coordination.
- If you have kidney problems, your dose may need to be adjusted. Your doctor will check your kidney function regularly.
- Being pregnant lowers the levels of Trileptal (Oxcarbazepine), so the medicine might not be as effective at preventing seizures.
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Dosage forms
- Pill
- Oral solution
- Extended release
- Pill
- Liquid
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Reviews
620 reviews so far
57%
saidit'sworth it
40%
saiditworked well
19%
saidit'sa big hassle
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Side effects
20possible side effects
- Dizziness28%
- Drowsiness21%
- Swelling in the limbs8%
- Abnormal physical weakness6%
- Diarrhea6%
- Infection5%
- Dry mouth5%
- Constipation4%
- Nausea4%
- Headache3%
- Accidental injury3%
- Stomach pain3%
- Vomiting3%
- Worse coordination3%
- Thinking abnormal3%
- Decreased vision3%
- Gas2%
- Weight gain2%
- Abnormal gait2%
- Lack of coordination2%
21possible side effects
- Dizziness22%
- Nausea16%
- Headache13%
- Any adverse effect9%
- Diarrhea7%
- Vomiting7%
- Upper Respiratory Tract Infection7%
- Constipation5%
- Dyspepsia5%
- Ataxia5%
- Nervousness5%
- Falling Down NOS4%
- Pain Back4%
- Amnesia4%
- Coordination Abnormal4%
- Tremor4%
- Epistaxis4%
- Infection Chest4%
- Sinusitis4%
- Rash4%
- Vision Abnormal4%
Risks and risk factors
- Suicidal thoughts or behavior
- Neurologic and psychiatric side effects (children)
- Children ages 3 to 12
- Serious allergic reaction and multiple organ problems
- Driving impairment
- Taking Neurontin (gabapentin) with alcohol
- Taking other medicines that cause dizziness and/or drowsiness
- Withdrawal seizures
- Stopping Neurontin (gabapentin) suddenly
- Mental changes due to low sodium
- Age 65 or older
- dehydration
- Taking diuretics (water pills)
- Serious allergic reactions
- Had allergic reaction to Tegretol (carbamazepine)
- Life-threatnening skin reactions
- Asian ancestry
- Suicidal thoughts or behavior
- History of depression
- Withdrawal seizures
- Stopping Trileptal (Oxcarbazepine) suddenly
- Changes in blood cells
- Bone disorders
- History of osteoporosis
- History of fractures
- Liver problems
- Low thyroid levels
- Children