Neutropenia occurring after starting gabapentin for neuropathic pain
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- DOI: 10.1016/j.clon.2004.06.015
Neutropenia occurring after starting gabapentin for neuropathic pain
Abstract
We report a case of neutropenia occurring in a patient receiving gabapentin for neuropathic pain. Five weeks after treatment started, the patient was admitted to hospital with neutropenic sepsis. Gabapentin is widely used, and neutropenia is a rare adverse effect. This case highlights a serious and potential life-threatening complication.
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