It is rare to experience withdrawal symptoms from gabapentin, but it does happen. A review of medical journals published between 1993, when gabapentin was approved, and 2015, found 18 case reports of gabapentin addiction, dependence, or withdrawal. What Is Gabapentin Withdrawal? Documented cases of gabapentin abuse exist, especially among people with histories of substance abuse. 6 Users may experience withdrawal when they stop taking the drug, 1,3,7 and people who have been abusing the drug are at risk for more severe symptoms. There is a link between Neurontin and suicidal thoughts as well as depression. If you experience these side effects it is important that you continue taking the prescribed dosage to avoid the gabapentin withdrawal symptoms, but that you seek medical attention right away. Gabapentin (Neurontin) is an anticonvulsant medication in the GABA analog lass that was originally created to help manage epilepsy, but is also utilized to help individuals suffering from neuropathic pain. Abstract and Introduction Abstract. Purpose. A case of apparent gabapentin withdrawal symptoms after discontinuation of gabapentin therapy is reported. Gabapentin withdrawal refers to mild to severe symptoms that may develop when people stop taking gabapentin, a drug used to treat some types of seizures and pain. The more often someone uses Neurontin or the longer they use it, the more likely withdrawal is to occur if they suddenly stop using the drug. Some Neurontin withdrawal symptoms can include anxiety, nausea, pain, sweating and sleep disturbances. The most important Neurontin withdrawal symptom is seizures. Stopping the medication too quickly can cause seizures to become worse, or may cause you to have a type of seizure you have never had before.