Starting a new prescription can be stressful. Experts will tell you that it’s important to understand why you are taking a medication, which drug was prescribed, what the side effects could be, etc. If you have been prescribed gabapentin, here is what you need to know. What is Gabapentin? Gabapentin (pronounced GA ba PEN tin) is a generic anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It is also used to relieve nerve pain caused by shingles in adults and to treat restless leg syndrome (RLS). In addition, gabapentin is being investigated …