Is it important to taper gabapentin?

Question from a Member: Was wondering whether gabapentin has to be tapered off slowly? Definitely. Gabapentin must be tapered off. Potential symptoms of gabapentin withdrawal If the patient stops gabapentin abruptly, withdrawal symptoms can occur. The symptoms are generally similar to those of benzodiazepine withdrawal. The most frequent ones are anxiety, insomnia, nausea, pain, and sweating….