Gabapentin Coupons & Prices

Looking for a gabapentin coupon? Gabapentin is the low-cost generic version of Neurontin, so most people never need a brand-name prescription to save. Even so, the cash price for the same tablets or capsules can vary widely from one pharmacy to the next, which is exactly why comparing matters. Rx.com checks prices across more than 60,000 pharmacies so you can find a lower price near you. Enter your ZIP above to see today's price and print or text yourself a free discount coupon.

What is gabapentin and how does it work?

Gabapentin is an anticonvulsant (antiepileptic) medication in the gabapentinoid class. It is a GABA analog that acts as an alpha-2-delta calcium channel ligand, which is thought to calm overactive nerve signaling. It is FDA-approved to treat postherpetic neuralgia (the nerve pain that can linger after shingles) and, as add-on therapy, to help control partial-onset seizures in adults and children 3 years and older.

Gabapentin is also widely prescribed by doctors for other conditions at their discretion. It is sold under brand names including Neurontin and the extended-release Gralise. Horizant (gabapentin enacarbil) is a related but distinct salt and is not interchangeable with standard gabapentin.

How much does gabapentin cost without insurance?

Gabapentin is available as a generic, and generics are generally much cheaper than brand-name drugs. That is good news for your wallet, but it does not mean every pharmacy charges the same. Cash prices for the identical gabapentin prescription can differ significantly between nearby pharmacies, so it pays to compare before you fill.

With a free Rx.com discount, you may pay less than the standard cash price even if you have no insurance, or a price that beats your copay if you do. We compare live prices across more than 60,000 pharmacies. Enter your ZIP above to see today's price for your strength and quantity, then show the coupon at the pharmacy counter.

Gabapentin vs. brand names and alternatives

Because generic gabapentin is already affordable, most people fill the generic rather than a brand. The brand-name equivalents include Neurontin and the extended-release Gralise; Horizant is a related gabapentin enacarbil product that your prescriber may choose for specific reasons.

Gabapentin is sometimes compared with pregabalin (brand Lyrica), another gabapentinoid in the same drug class. These are different medicines and are not automatically interchangeable, so only your provider can decide which one is right for you. If you have been prescribed a specific product, compare its price above before assuming the generic is your only low-cost option.

Gabapentin safety and side effects

The most common side effects of gabapentin are dizziness, drowsiness, loss of coordination (ataxia), and swelling in the hands or feet (peripheral edema). Like other antiepileptic drugs, it carries a warning for new or worsening suicidal thoughts and behavior. Combining gabapentin with opioids or other central nervous system depressants can cause serious, life-threatening breathing problems, especially in older adults or people with reduced lung function. Rare but serious reactions can include DRESS/multiorgan hypersensitivity and anaphylaxis or angioedema. The dose usually needs to be reduced if you have kidney problems, and there is some potential for misuse in people with a history of substance abuse.

Do not stop gabapentin suddenly. Stopping abruptly can trigger withdrawal and, in people who take it for seizures, an increased risk of seizures, so your doctor will taper the dose. This information is not medical advice. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your health history and any other medicines you take before starting or stopping gabapentin.