{"id":49452,"date":"2022-03-03T13:02:02","date_gmt":"2022-03-03T18:02:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=49452"},"modified":"2026-03-26T09:16:49","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T13:16:49","slug":"gabapentin-alternatives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/gabapentin-alternatives\/","title":{"rendered":"Gabapentin alternatives: What can I take instead of gabapentin?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/gabapentin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gabapentin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a generic prescription drug that has several FDA-approved uses, including certain types of seizures and postherpetic neuralgia (PHN), which is long-term nerve pain that can happen as a complication of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/shingles-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">shingles<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It is also sometimes prescribed <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/off-label-prescription-drugs\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">off-label<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (for a non-FDA-approved use) for various conditions, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/fibromyalgia-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fibromyalgia<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, neuropathic pain (nerve pain), and alcohol dependence. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/gabapentin\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gabapentin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is known by brand names including <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/neurontin\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neurontin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/horizant\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Horizant<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/gralise-without-insurance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gralise<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014with some of the FDA-approved uses varying by product. <\/span><\/p>\n\t\t<div id=\"coupon-cta\" class=\"coupon-cta master-template\">\n\t\t\t<p id=\"headline\">Save up to 80% on Gabapentin with SingleCare<\/p>\n\t\t\t<p id=\"subheadline\">Different pharmacies offer different prices for the same medication. 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If you are interested in trying a different drug due to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/gabapentin-side-effects\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or any other reason, the good news is that there are various gabapentin alternatives you can discuss with your healthcare provider. \u200b\u200bHowever, the best option will depend on individual factors, such as why you are taking gabapentin\u2014whether it\u2019s for seizures, PHN, or another condition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\t\t<div class=\"singlecare-dynamic-newsletter-wrapper sin-newsletter-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"heading\">Get our mental health newsletter<\/span>\n\t\t\t<form class=\"form-wrapper\" data-newsletter-form=\"1\" data-subsource=\"Mental Health Newsletter\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"input-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<label for=\"dynamic-email\">Email<\/label>\n\t\t\t\t\t<input type=\"email\" id=\"dynamic-email\" class=\"email\" required>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"input-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<input class=\"submit-form-btn\" type=\"submit\" value=\"Click to sign up\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/form>\n\t\t\t<p class=\"success-message\" aria-live=\"polite\"><\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-can-you-take-instead-of-gabapentin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What can you take instead of gabapentin?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are various other options you can try if you are looking for an alternative to gabapentin. The best option depends, in part, on the condition being treated. Gabapentin has several FDA-approved uses, as well as several off-label uses, so your healthcare provider can help choose the most appropriate alternative for your situation. Another medicine may be more suitable for certain individuals due to their different uses, side effect profiles, and other individual considerations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/gabapentin-without-insurance\/\">How much is gabapentin without insurance?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"top-5-gabapentin-alternatives\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top 5 gabapentin alternatives<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following are some of the most common alternatives to gabapentin.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"1-lyrica-pregabalin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Lyrica (pregabalin)<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/lyrica-vs-gabapentin\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lyrica<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (pregabalin) is chemically similar to gabapentin. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/lyrica\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lyrica<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is available in brand and generic forms and is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dailymed.nlm.nih.gov\/dailymed\/drugInfo.cfm?setid=60185c88-ecfd-46f9-adb9-b97c6b00a553\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FDA approved<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for the following uses in adults:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Postherpetic neuralgia (PHN)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nerve pain caused by diabetic <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/peripheral-diabetic-neuropathy-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">peripheral neuropathy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (DPN)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fibromyalgia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nerve pain associated with spinal cord injury<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/lyrica\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lyrica<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can also be used in adults and children 1 month and older as an add-on treatment for partial-onset seizures.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is also an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/lyrica-cr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">extended-release form of Lyrica<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dailymed.nlm.nih.gov\/dailymed\/drugInfo.cfm?setid=f280bbd8-2af2-444a-bd96-e409337ca6dd\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FDA approved<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for PHN and nerve pain caused by DPN.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lyrica is sometimes prescribed <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pdr.net\/drug-summary\/?drugLabelId=467\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">off-label<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for conditions such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/trigeminal-neuralgia-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">trigeminal neuralgia<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, social anxiety disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lyrica is a Schedule V <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/controlled-substances-act\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">controlled substance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which means it has some potential for abuse and misuse. (Gabapentin is not a federally controlled substance, but some states monitor the use of gabapentin or classify it as a controlled substance due to its potential for misuse.)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/lyrica-side-effects\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">adverse effects<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of Lyrica include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dizziness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleepiness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blurred vision<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dry mouth\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight gain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Difficulty concentrating<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swelling of the hands and feet<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"2-cymbalta-duloxetine\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Cymbalta (duloxetine)<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/cymbalta-vs-lyrica\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cymbalta<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> contains the active ingredient duloxetine and is available in brand and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/cymbalta-generic\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">generic<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> formulations. It is classified in a group of drugs called serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/snris\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SNRIs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) and is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dailymed.nlm.nih.gov\/dailymed\/drugInfo.cfm?setid=2f7d4d67-10c1-4bf4-a7f2-c185fbad64ba\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FDA approved<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for the following conditions in adults:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Major depressive disorder, or depression<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nerve pain from DPN<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic pain management for various types of pain, such as lower back pain or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/osteoarthritis-vs-rheumatoid-arthritis\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">osteoarthritis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> pain<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cymbalta is also FDA approved to treat generalized anxiety disorder in adults and children 7 years and older, as well as fibromyalgia in adults and pediatric patients 13 years and older.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cymbalta is sometimes prescribed <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pdr.net\/drug-summary\/?drugLabelId=288\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">off-label<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for stress urinary incontinence in adult females.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/cymbalta-side-effects\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of Cymbalta include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nausea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Constipation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss of appetite<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleepiness or tiredness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased sweating<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dizziness<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"3-amitriptyline\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Amitriptyline<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amitriptyline is commonly referred to by the brand name Elavil, but Elavil is no longer available in the United States. However, generic amitriptyline is available. This medicine is classified as a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/tricyclic-antidepressants\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tricyclic antidepressant<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Amitriptyline is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dailymed.nlm.nih.gov\/dailymed\/drugInfo.cfm?setid=3d113e43-c694-427f-8b77-66be36a82374\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FDA approved<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for depression, but has many off-label uses, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social anxiety disorder<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Panic disorder<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetic neuropathy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Postherpetic neuralgia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/news\/migraine-statistics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Migraine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> prevention<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fibromyalgia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/insomnia-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insomnia<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/ibs-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Irritable bowel syndrome<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with diarrhea (IBS-D)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hiccups<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/anorexia-vs-bulimia\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bulimia<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bedwetting<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amitriptyline is commonly associated with the following <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/druginfo\/meds\/a682388.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomach problems, including nausea, vomiting, and constipation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Problems with urination<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blurry vision<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dry mouth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drowsiness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tiredness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weakness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confusion\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unsteadiness\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nightmares<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headache<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pain, burning, or tingling of the hands or feet<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sexual problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excess sweating<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appetite and weight changes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"4-lidoderm-lidocaine\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Lidoderm (lidocaine)<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/lidoderm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lidoderm<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> contains the active ingredient lidocaine and is available as a topical patch that is applied to the painful area for 12 hours on and 12 hours off. It is available in both brand and generic forms. Lidoderm is an anesthetic and is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dailymed.nlm.nih.gov\/dailymed\/drugInfo.cfm?setid=db0092f5-02a0-4076-ac32-969f075a6ab1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FDA approved<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to treat postherpetic neuralgia pain. Healthcare providers sometimes prescribe Lidoderm <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pdr.net\/drug-summary\/?drugLabelId=2247\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">off-label<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for diabetic peripheral neuropathy or other types of nerve pain.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common side effects of Lidoderm include skin reactions under the patch or around the site of patch application, such as burning, discomfort, redness, and swelling.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"5-lamictal-lamotrigine\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Lamictal (lamotrigine)<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/lamictal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lamictal<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (lamotrigine) is available in both brand and generic formulations. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/lamictal\/dosage\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lamictal<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dailymed.nlm.nih.gov\/dailymed\/drugInfo.cfm?setid=d7e3572d-56fe-4727-2bb4-013ccca22678#i4i_section_id_ef7bcd11-ddf0-4c17-8e29-9a7cd419b71f\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FDA approved<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for the following uses:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add-on treatment for epilepsy in adults and children 2 years and older<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Single treatment for epilepsy in patients 16 years and older<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/bipolar-1-vs-2\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bipolar I disorder<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is also sometimes prescribed <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pdr.net\/drug-summary\/?drugLabelId=206\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">off-label<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for trigeminal neuralgia and to prevent a rare, specific type of headache called short-lasting unilateral neuralgiform headache with conjunctival injection and tearing (SUNCT).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/lamotrigine-side-effects\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of Lamictal include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dizziness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shaking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headache<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rash<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Back pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleepiness and tiredness, or trouble sleeping<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dry mouth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomach problems, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vision and coordination problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fever, stuffy nose, sore throat, infections<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The table below lists some of the common alternatives for gabapentin. Only your healthcare provider can determine which one is best for you based on the condition you are treating, as well as other individual factors, such as your medical history.<\/span><\/p>\n<table class=\" singlecare-table\" role=\"table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>\n<h3 id=\"compare-gabapentin-alternatives\"><span class=\"title\">Compare gabapentin alternatives<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr class=\"header-row\">\n<td><b>Drug name<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Average retail price*<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>SingleCare price*<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Savings options<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/gabapentin\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gabapentin<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$148 for 90, 300 mg capsules<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$9 for 90, 300 mg capsules of generic gabapentin at Kroger<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/gabapentin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gabapentin coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/lyrica\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lyrica<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/pregabalin\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pregabalin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$714 for 60, 75 mg capsules<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$11 for 60, 75 mg capsules of generic pregabalin at Kroger<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/lyrica\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lyrica coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/duloxetine-hcl\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Duloxetine<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$230 for 30, 60 mg capsules<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$8 for 30, 60 mg capsules of generic duloxetine at Kroger<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/cymbalta\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Duloxetine coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/amitriptyline-hcl\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amitriptyline<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$28 for 30, 25 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$4 for 30, 25 mg tablets of generic amitriptyline at Walmart<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/amitriptyline-hcl\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amitriptyline coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lidoderm (lidocaine)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1,137 for 30 patches<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$46 for 30 patches of generic lidocaine at CVS<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/lidoderm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lidoderm coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lamictal (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/lamotrigine\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lamotrigine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$660 for 30, 100 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$7 for 30, 100 mg tablets of generic lamotrigine at Kroger<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/lamictal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lamictal coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depakote (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/divalproex-sodium\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">divalproex sodium<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$790 for 90, 500 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$19 for 60, 500 mg tablets of generic divalproex sodium at Kroger<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/depakote\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depakote coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dilantin (phenytoin)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$226 for 90, 100 mg capsules<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$19 for 90, 100 mg capsules of generic phenytoin at Kroger<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/dilantin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dilantin coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Horizant (gabapentin)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$722 for 30, 600 extended-release tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$552 for 30, 600 extended-release tablets of brand-name Horizant at Kroger<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/horizant\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Horizant coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keppra (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/levetiracetam\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">levetiracetam<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$733 for 60, 500 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$7 for 60, 500 mg tablets of generic levetiracetam at Kroger<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/keppra\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keppra coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/klonopin\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Klonopin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/clonazepam\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">clonazepam<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$112 for 30, 0.5 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$10 for 30, 0.5 mg tablets of generic clonazepam at Walmart<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/klonopin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Klonopin coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nortriptyline<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$40 for 30, 25 mg capsules<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$4 for 30, 25 mg capsules of generic nortriptyline at Walmart<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/nortriptyline-hcl\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nortriptyline coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tegretol (carbamazepine)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$245 for 60, 200 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$18 for 60, 200 mg tablets of generic carbamazepine at Walmart<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/tegretol\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tegretol coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/topamax\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Topamax<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/topiramate\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">topiramate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$523 for 60, 25 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$8 for 60, 25 mg tablets of generic topiramate at Kroger<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/topamax\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Topamax coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trileptal (oxcarbazepine)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$810 for 60, 300 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$9 for 60, 300 mg tablets of generic oxcarbazepine at Walmart<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/trileptal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trileptal coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><small>Prescription drug prices often change. These are the most accurate medication prices at the time of publishing in ZIP code 23666 as of Nov. 4, 2025. The listed price without insurance references the price of brand-name drugs (unless otherwise specified). The listed SingleCare price references the price of generic drugs if available.<\/small><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"over-the-counter-gabapentin-alternatives\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over-the-counter gabapentin alternatives\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While there are no over-the-counter (OTC) gabapentin alternatives to prevent seizures, there are some OTC drugs that may help with various pain conditions, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The OTC analgesic <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/is-tylenol-an-nsaid\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tylenol<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (acetaminophen) for its pain-relieving effect<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/nsaids\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NSAIDs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) like Motrin (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/what-is-ibuprofen-made-of\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ibuprofen<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) or Aleve (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/naproxen\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">naproxen<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) to help with pain and inflammation (swelling)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Topical creams or patches such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/capsaicin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">capsaicin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, menthol, or lidocaine (in a lower strength than the Rx version) for pain relief<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can ask your healthcare provider if any of these OTC treatments may help with your pain.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"natural-alternatives-to-gabapentin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Natural alternatives to gabapentin\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some people may be interested in natural alternatives to gabapentin. It\u2019s important to note that natural alternatives should never be a substitute for your healthcare provider\u2019s prescription(s), and you should always check with your healthcare provider before trying any natural alternatives.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For seizures, some people may be interested in trying <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cureepilepsy.org\/understanding-epilepsy\/treatments-and-therapies\/alternative-therapies-for-epilepsy\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cannabidiol<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (CBD), but over-the-counter <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/news\/cbd-statistics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CBD<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> products are not regulated like prescription medications and may contain unknown or harmful ingredients. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/epidiolex\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Epidiolex<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the only FDA-approved CBD medicine for certain types of seizures, but store-bought CBD has unproven benefits and possible risks like drug interactions and liver problems. You should always discuss risks and benefits with your healthcare provider before trying any treatment on your own, even if it is natural.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are interested in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foundationforpn.org\/treatments\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">natural alternatives for pain relief<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, there are some options you can discuss with your healthcare provider, such as acupuncture, biofeedback, relaxation techniques, and even dietary changes like incorporating lots of fruits and vegetables into your diet. Your healthcare provider can help you decide whether any of these treatments may complement your prescribed care.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-switch-to-a-gabapentin-alternative\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to switch to a gabapentin alternative<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are interested in switching to a gabapentin alternative, talk with your healthcare provider. There are several important factors to consider when making the switch. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best alternative depends, in part, on why you are taking gabapentin.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> For example, if you take gabapentin to manage seizures, you\u2019ll need a medicine that treats seizures. If you take gabapentin for nerve pain, the medicine you switch to should also treat nerve pain.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, your healthcare provider can discuss individual considerations such as your family and medical history, symptoms, potential side effects and drug interactions, as well as cost, in determining the drug that is best for you. To ensure the safest and most appropriate treatment, be sure to tell your provider about all of your medical conditions, as well as the medicines you take. This includes prescription drugs, OTC medicines, and any vitamins or supplements.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gabapentin should not be stopped suddenly, as doing so can cause withdrawal symptoms and increase the risk of seizures. Your healthcare provider can advise you on how to safely taper off this medicine and start a new medicine.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"choosing-the-right-path-for-your-treatment\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing the right path for your treatment<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are various options available to use as an alternative treatment to gabapentin, such as Lyrica, Cymbalta, amitriptyline, Lidoderm, Lamictal, and others. Consult your healthcare provider for medical advice to determine the best treatment for your condition\u2014whether it is for epilepsy, pain relief, or another condition. 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