Gabapentin with 'natural' medicines

[MizzyH]

Hi! I've just started taking Gabapentin but wonder if there are any contraindications with using natural medicines, like Glucosamine, MSM, Rosehip etc for arthritis.

[helixhelix]

Ask your pharmacist to check Gabapentin for you against all the supplements you take - they have reliable information. Otherwise you can't be sure.

[nomoreheels]

I remember I was told not to eat grapefruit or drink juice when I was on gabapentin but I don't take any non prescription supplements except a calcium/Vitamin D & Omega 3 fish oil, which my Rheumy is aware of, so didn't ask if there was anything else I shouldn't take. I'm pleased you've asked the question though, many don't & as you,re probably aware with asking the question it's not always wise to take both meds & herbs/supplements. I'd ask either the initial prescriber or the Pharmacist where you have your scripts filled, not the Assistants, they don't always know.