Is gabapentin brand or generic?

Is gabapentin sold as a brand drug or as a generic?

Gabapentin is available in both branded and generic forms. The molecule gabapentin is marketed as a generic medication under the drug name “gabapentin,” and there are also brand-name versions depending on the manufacturer and the country/market.[1]

What’s the difference between brand gabapentin and generic gabapentin?

The active ingredient is the same when you compare brand vs. generic gabapentin; the differences are typically in the inactive ingredients (such as fillers or tablet/capsule appearance) and sometimes in the formulation type (for example, immediate-release vs. extended-release), depending on the specific product.[1]

How to tell what you’re actually taking

If your prescription or bottle says “gabapentin” without a brand name, it’s the generic. If it lists a brand name (for example, a manufacturer-specific product), it’s the brand version—though it still contains gabapentin as the active ingredient.[1]

If my doctor wrote “gabapentin,” can the pharmacy substitute a generic?

In many places, “gabapentin” prescriptions can be filled with a generic substitute unless the prescriber specifically restricts substitution. The exact rules depend on local regulations and the specific prescription instructions.[1]

Sources:
[1] https://www.drugs.com/ingredient/gabapentin.html