Current Scheduling Status
None
ECDD Recommendation
Added to surveillance list by 2nd WG meeting (2017)
Gabapentin is used therapeutically as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It may also be used in the treatment of nerve pain. It has been brought to WHO’s attention that gabapentin may be being misused in some Member States. Adverse effects associated with gabapentin include hypoventilation, respiratory failure, myopathy, self-harm behavior, suicidal behavior, somnolence, dizziness and drowsiness. Gabapentin has been associated with several cases of abuse and drug related harm (e.g. suicide). To date, gabapentin has not been pre- or critically reviewed by the ECDD.