Its not addictive, but it is still advisable to taper just because it has a direct effect on neurons..that's what anticonvulsants do in the body. YOu can get a rebound effect, that is why you taper.
going up in dose sooner for prozac is a good idea...
thabk you I stopped it anyway
I found this link for you. Click on Prescribing info to the left.
http://www.gabitril.com/patients/home/default.asp
It appears if the drug is used as a seizure medication, then yes, a gradual withdrawal is indicated or there might be a sudden increase in seizure activity.
But you are talking about an off-label use, so there really isn't anything in the website prescribing info on it.