Joint Formulary & PAD

Gabapentin - Migraine (prevention)

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Status 1

Non Formulary
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  • Not Specified
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PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Gabapentin
Indication :
Migraine (prevention)
Group Name :
Keywords :
migraine prophylaxis, antimigraine, migraine prevention
Brand Names Include :
Neurontin
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Supporting Documents :
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Other Indications

Below are listed other indications that Gabapentin is used to treat.

Committee Recommendations (1)

The Surrey Heartlands Integrated Care System (ICS) Area Prescribing Committee has agreed a NON-FORMULARY traffic light status for gabapentin, noting that NICE Clinical guideline CG150, recommends that gabapentin should not be offered for the prophylactic treatment of migraine. 

Follow link to NICE CG150 here: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg150