Cochrane Database Syst Rev June 2017 PMID 28597471

Gabapentin for chronic neuropathic pain in adults.

Philip J Wiffen, Sheena Derry, Rae F Bell, Andrew Sc Rice, Thomas Rudolf Tölle, Tudor Phillips, R Andrew Moore

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The discussions reflect a consensus on the evidence supporting gabapentin's effectiveness for neuropathic pain, with statements like 'the evidence is good' and mentions of corresponding clinical experiences. The tone is informational and collaborative, featuring references to systematic reviews and clinical implications, which emphasizes a moderate but meaningful impact on the understanding and application of gabapentin in medical practice.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts acknowledge the reliability of the evidence supporting gabapentin's efficacy, indicating moderate to strong agreement with the review's conclusions.

InterestModerate interest

The discussions show a fair level of curiosity, with some posts referencing specific studies and clinical experiences, but overall seem to be of moderate interest.

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Participants are actively discussing the topic, sharing personal experiences, referencing additional studies, and engaging with feedback, indicating a moderate level of deep interaction.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversation revolves around clinical relevance and evidence-based conclusions, suggesting the review has a noteworthy influence on perceptions and practices regarding gabapentin use.

Abstract in brief

  • Gabapentin is widely used to treat chronic nerve-related pain, and this review updates previous research by analyzing studies from January 2014 to January 2017.
  • The review included 37 randomized controlled trials with a total of 5914 participants, mainly focusing on conditions like postherpetic neuralgia and diabetic nerve pain, using doses of 1200 mg or more daily over 4 to 12 weeks.
  • The findings assess how effective gabapentin is at relieving pain and examine its side effects, using strict criteria like substantial pain relief (50%) or moderate relief (30%), and methods like pooled data analysis and grading the quality of evidence.]

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Stefan Kertesz, MD, MSc
@StefanKertesz · X

@Amy_L_Partridge @OregonAdvocate @ibdgirl76 @dtmaust The evidence is good for neuropathic pain. This is usually gabapentin but not with an opioid. https://t.co/a1RfCJVuPE

May 29, 2022 · 1 like · 16,284 followers View post →
IASP_MESISIG
@IASP_MESISIG · X

We have responded to feedback on our review of gabapentin for chronic neuropathic pain in adults; you can view the original comments and our reply here: https://t.co/AgVtnaeQNQ #painevidence

Mar 15, 2019 · 1 like · 1 share · 4,735 followers View post →
IASP_MESISIG
@IASP_MESISIG · X

We have responded to feedback on our review of gabapentin for chronic neuropathic pain in adults; you can view the original comments and our reply here: https://t.co/ir5PNSeIQT #painevidence

Mar 16, 2019 · 1 like · 1 share · 4,735 followers View post →
IASP_MESISIG
@IASP_MESISIG · X

PaPaS Top 10 accessed reviews: Gabapentin for chronic neuropathic pain https://t.co/SAVMVnUcPF See what else made the top 10 https://t.co/vhEqXLsi0R #painevidence https://t.co/aRmWyplb5G

Nov 13, 2019 · 1 like · 1 share · 4,735 followers View post →
MMConneely
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@StephenAMcMahon @CMOIreland @ciarakellydoc @PhelanVicky @walls2 Mixed views of the efficacy of gabapentin when compared to side effects for chronic pain/neuropathic pain. Recommend taking a look at BMJ article https://t.co/Dle8Qvd973. Also Cochrane reviews at https://t.co/iMQmIp26CE & https://t.co/cZhuz74302.

Feb 22, 2020 · 1 like · 2,925 followers View post →
Neil O'Connell
@NeilOConnell · X

RT @CochranePaPaS: PaPaS Top 10 accessed reviews: Gabapentin for chronic neuropathic pain https://t.co/SAVMVnUcPF See what else made the…

Nov 13, 2019 · 1 share · 6,237 followers View post →

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Sonya Del Tredici
@d13sonya · X

Gabapentin for chronic neuropathic pain in adults. @CochraneCollab of Systematic Reviews 2017. https://t.co/lU47ADde65

Oct 28, 2022 · 48 followers View post →
Addiction Medicine Journal Club
@AddictionMedJC · X

Gabapentin for chronic neuropathic pain in adults. @CochraneCollab of Systematic Reviews 2017. https://t.co/JcDURHfJnH

Oct 24, 2022 · 358 followers View post →
Stefan Kertesz, MD, MSc
@StefanKertesz · X

@Amy_L_Partridge @OregonAdvocate @ibdgirl76 @dtmaust The evidence is good for neuropathic pain. This is usually gabapentin but not with an opioid. https://t.co/a1RfCJVuPE

May 29, 2022 · 1 like · 16,284 followers View post →
MarkCroucher2
@MarkCroucher2 · X

@DerekGriffin86 @DrDemetry @1gregorross @GNK1 These author's conclusions are generally consistent with my clinical experience. https://t.co/UqIpgSr9jC

Sep 19, 2020 · 633 followers View post →
MMConneely
@MMConneely · X

@StephenAMcMahon @CMOIreland @ciarakellydoc @PhelanVicky @walls2 Mixed views of the efficacy of gabapentin when compared to side effects for chronic pain/neuropathic pain. Recommend taking a look at BMJ article https://t.co/Dle8Qvd973. Also Cochrane reviews at https://t.co/iMQmIp26CE & https://t.co/cZhuz74302.

Feb 22, 2020 · 1 like · 2,925 followers View post →
Dr. Elden Wayne Whalen III, ShD
@wayne_effect · X

Gabapentin for chronic neuropathic pain in adults https://t.co/nymLAwbPs2

Nov 15, 2019 · 1,303 followers View post →
Neil O'Connell
@NeilOConnell · X

RT @CochranePaPaS: PaPaS Top 10 accessed reviews: Gabapentin for chronic neuropathic pain https://t.co/SAVMVnUcPF See what else made the…

Nov 13, 2019 · 1 share · 6,237 followers View post →
IASP_MESISIG
@IASP_MESISIG · X

PaPaS Top 10 accessed reviews: Gabapentin for chronic neuropathic pain https://t.co/SAVMVnUcPF See what else made the top 10 https://t.co/vhEqXLsi0R #painevidence https://t.co/aRmWyplb5G

Nov 13, 2019 · 1 like · 1 share · 4,735 followers View post →
gavin stewart
@metanutter · X

RT @CochranePaPaS: We have responded to feedback on our review of gabapentin for chronic neuropathic pain in adults; you can view the origi…

Mar 16, 2019 · 1 share · 792 followers View post →
IASP_MESISIG
@IASP_MESISIG · X

We have responded to feedback on our review of gabapentin for chronic neuropathic pain in adults; you can view the original comments and our reply here: https://t.co/ir5PNSeIQT #painevidence

Mar 16, 2019 · 1 like · 1 share · 4,735 followers View post →
Javier Portilla
@JavierP11926624 · X

RT @CochranePaPaS: We have responded to feedback on our review of gabapentin for chronic neuropathic pain in adults; you can view the origi…

Mar 15, 2019 · 1 share · 143 followers View post →
IASP_MESISIG
@IASP_MESISIG · X

We have responded to feedback on our review of gabapentin for chronic neuropathic pain in adults; you can view the original comments and our reply here: https://t.co/AgVtnaeQNQ #painevidence

Mar 15, 2019 · 1 like · 1 share · 4,735 followers View post →
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