The way gabapentin is misused—or misprescribed—can be a significant problem. It originally started out as a drug to treat epilepsy. Later, its nerve blockade was found to be useful for neuropathic and chronic pain. But gabapentin has its limits as a pain reliever. What do you need to you're a clinician treating patients who are taking this drug? Pharmacist Tom Viola explains.

00:00 Intro
01:16 What is gabapentin and how is it used?
01:58 The potential for misuse and abuse
04:52 Side effects
05:47: Who should be taking gabapentin?
07:10 Impact on dental care
08:43 Impact on anesthetics

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About Dr. Pamela MaraglianoMuniz

Pamela MaraglianoMuniz, DMD, is the chief editor of Dental Economics. Based in Salem, Massachusetts, Dr. MaraglianoMuniz began her clinical career as a dental hygienist. She went on to attend Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, where she earned her doctorate in dental medicine. She then attended the University of California, Los Angeles, School of Dental Medicine, where she became boardcertified in prosthodontics. Dr. MaraglianoMuniz owns a private practice, Salem Dental Arts, and lectures on a variety of clinical topics.

About Tom Viola, RPh, CCP

With more than 30 years’ experience as a boardcertified pharmacist, clinical educator, professional speaker, and published author, Tom Viola, RPh, CCP, has earned the reputation as the goto specialist for making pharmacology practical and useful for dental teams. He is the founder of Pharmacology Declassified and is a member of the faculty of more than 10 dental professional degree programs. Viola has contributed to several professional journals and pharmacology textbooks, and currently serves as a consultant to the American Dental Association’s Council on Scientific Affairs.


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