Gaba 300Mg Tablet
About Gaba 300Mg Tablet
This medication is a prescriptive drug primarily used to prevent seizures. It belongs to a class of drugs called anticonvulsants. Aside from seizures, this tablet is also used to cure hot flashes, restless legs syndrome (RLS) and postherpetic neuralgia. It treats nerve pain in adults by affecting the chemicals and nerve responsible for these pains and seizures.
The daily dosage for this medication in adults is about 300mg to 600mg about three times a day. The gaps between the three doses should not exceed 12 hours. This drug can be taken with or without food.
What are the uses of Gaba 300Mg Tablet
Postherpetic Neuralgia
What are the contraindications of Gaba 300Mg Tablet ?
What are the side effects of Gaba 300Mg Tablet ?
Uncontrolled Eye Movements
Unusual Tiredness And Weakness
Irritability
Weight Gain
Key highlights of Gaba 300Mg Tablet
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medication lasts for an average duration of 15 to 21 hours.
What is the onset of action?
The effect of this medication can be observed in 2 to 3 hours.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
This medication is not recommended for pregnant women unless necessary. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medication is known to excreted through the breast milk. It is not recommended in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Monitoring of drowsiness and body weight is necessary.
What are the substitutes for Gaba 300Mg Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Gaba 300Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Neurogesic 300Mg Tablet
Pulse Pharmaceuticals
- Encentin 300Mg Tablet
East West Pharma
- Gabastone 300mg Tablet
Gladstone Pharma India Pvt Ltd
- Gabalent 300Mg Capsule
Talent India
What are the dosage instructions?
Missed Dose instructions
If you miss a dose of this medication, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If its almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
How does this medication work?
This medication belongs to GABA analog. It works by binding to the calcium channels and increases the concentration of GABA and reduces the release of monoamine neurotransmitters, thus reduces the excitability of brain cells and helps to treat convulsions.
What are the interactions of Gaba 300Mg Tablet ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
Alcohol
Consumption of alcohol with this medicine is not recommended as it increases the risk of side effects like dizziness, difficulty in concentration. Do not perform activities that require mental alertness like driving or operating machinery.Interaction with Lab Test
Lab
Information not available.Interaction with Medicine
Duloxetine
These medications may cause dizziness, confusion and breathing difficulty if taken together. Inform the doctor if you are receiving antidepressant or antipsychotics. Dose adjustments are to be made if any symptoms appear based on the clinical condition.Buprenorphine
These medications are not recommended together due to the risk of breathlessness and other central nervous system effects. Inform the doctor if you are receiving any antidepressants or antipsychotics. Dose adjustments are to be made if any symptoms appear based on the clinical condition.Interaction with Disease
Impaired Kidney Function
This medication should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment. Monitoring of kidney function is necessary. Dose adjustments are to be made based on CrCl.Interaction with Food
Food
Information not available.
FAQs about Gaba 300Mg Tablet
Ques : What is Gaba 300Mg Tablet?
Ans : This medication has Gabapentin as an active element present. It performs its action by decreasing pain and seizures by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells.
Ques : What are the uses of Gaba 300Mg Tablet?
Ans : This medication is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as epilepsy and postherpetic neuralgia.
Ques : What are the Side Effects of Gaba 300Mg Tablet?
Ans : This medication has some commonly reported side effects. Here are some side effects of this medication which are as follows: dizziness, uncontrolled eye movements, agitation and anxiety, restlessness, hyperactivity, unusual tiredness and weakness, irritability, etc.
Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Gaba 300Mg Tablet?
Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.
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