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Gabapentin renal dose — GPhC CRA MCQ

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HardRenal and Hepatic ImpairmentGabapentin renal doseGPhC CRA

A patient with eGFR 32 is prescribed gabapentin for neuropathic pain. What monitoring is required?

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Correct answer: B — Urea, creatinine, eGFR and electrolytes

Gabapentin is renally cleared and dosing should reflect renal function. In this vignette, "Urea, creatinine, eGFR and electrolytes" is the safest single best answer. The other options are less appropriate because they miss the key clinical risk, conflict with UK medicines guidance, or delay needed review.

Reference: BNF