Gabapin 400mg Capsule
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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In-stock 10 capsules in 1 strip
248.00

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol

USED FOR:
Neuropathic pain Seizures

COMPOSITION:
Gabapentin (400mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
neuro cns

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

Gabapin 400mg Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Gabapin 400mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Gabapin 400mg Capsule is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.Baby should be monitored for excessive sleepiness and weight gain.

Driving

Gabapin 400mg Capsule may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Gabapin 400mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gabapin 400mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

There is limited information available on the use of Gabapin 400mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Gabapentin   400mg

Uses of Gabapin Capsule
Gabapin 400mg Capsule is used in the treatment of neuropathic pain and seizures.

How to use Gabapin Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Gabapin 400mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Gabapin Capsule works
Gabapin 400mg Capsule is an antiepileptic medication. It decreases pain and seizures by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells.

Side Effects:

Common Sleepiness, Dizziness, Uncoordinated body movement, Fatigue.

Expert advice for Gabapin Capsule
Gabapin should be taken at the same time every day to maintain consistent levels in your body. Do not stop using Gabapin without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better. It causes sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Gabapin, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you experience any eye sight change while taking Gabapin. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with any heart problems (high blood pressure, heart attack, heart failure, slow or irregular heart rate). Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. Notify your doctor if you have rapid swelling of the lips, tongue, and throat that may affect breathing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Gabapin used as a muscle relaxant or, blood thinner?
No. Gabapin is a prescription medication and has no role in muscle relaxation or, blood thinning

Q. Is Gabapin an opiate, benzo or NSAID?
Gabapin is an analog of GABA (gamma- amino butyric acid), that is effective against fits and pain due to nerve damage or nerve irritation. It is not an opiate or benzodiazepine or NSAID

Q. Is Gabapin (dose 600 mg) a narcotic?
No. Gabapin at any dose is not a narcotic agent. Follow the advice of your doctor regarding the best dose suited for your condition

Q. Is Gabapin used for anxiety?
Anxiety is one of the side effects of this drug. Always consult your doctor if you experience such side effects

Q. What is gabapin-NT?
Gabapin-NT tablet is a brand name that contains gabapentin (400 mg) plus nortriptyline hydrochloride (10 mg). This combination is used for the treatment of pain due to nerve damage or nerve irritation. Follow the advice of your doctor as to gabapentin or Gabapin-NT is to be used, as appropriate for your condition

Q. Is gabapentin and pregabalin the same?
Gabapentin and pregabalin are structurally similar but they acts though different mechanism. Both can be used for the treatment of fits and pain due to nerve damage or nerve irritation. However, follow the advice of your doctor regarding the choice of the drug appropriate for your condition

Q. Is Gabapin safe?
Gabapin is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.