Gabantip AT 100 mg/10 mg Tablet

This is a combination medication which has Gabapentin and Amitriptyline as active ingredients. It is a prescriptive drug primarily used to prevent seizures. Also, 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.

Common side effects of this drug are feelings of drowsiness, slowing down of cognitive skills and dizziness. Others include problems with coordination, speech problems, nausea, tremors, double vision or sudden jumpy movements. If these effects persist and become more severe over time notify your physician immediately. Serious side-effects may include anger, restlessness, insomnia, skin rashes.

The daily dosage for this medication in adults is about 300mg to 600mg about three times a day. Measure your dose with a cup or a spoon or a syringe. The gaps between the three doses should not exceed 12 hours. This drug can be taken with or without food. In case of a missed dose take it as soon as possible.

• Postherpetic Neuralgia

• Neuropathic Pain

• Allergy

• Hypersensitivity

• Dizziness

• Uncontrolled Eye Movements

• Agitation

• Hyperactivity

• Unusual Tiredness And Weakness

• Irritability

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Decreased Sexual Urge

• 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 should not be taken during pregnancy. Consultation of the doctor is recommended.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication may be excreted through breast milk. It is advised not to use during breastfeeding.

• 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.

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. The exact mechanism of action for Amitriptyline is not established. However, it is believed to act by preventing the reuptake of neurotransmitters namely norepinephrine and serotonin. These chemicals are imbalanced in people with depression.

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

  Alcohol consumption should strictly be restricted while taking this medication to avoid any side effects.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  Do not use this medication in combination with Duloxetine and Buprenorphine.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  Those who suffer from Impaired kidney function should avoid consuming this medication.

• Ques : What is gabantip at 100 mg 10 mg tablet?

  Ans : This medication has Amitriptyline and Gabapentin as active elements present. It performs its action by preventing pain-related responses in neuropathic pain and reducing pain-related responses after peripheral inflammation, constricting the uptake of norepinephrine and serotonin in adrenergic and serotonergic neurons.

• Ques : What are the uses of gabantip at 100 mg 10 mg tablet?

  Ans : This medication is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as management of postherpetic neuralgia, dpression, adjunctive therapy in the treatment of partial seizures, trigeminal nerve disease.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of gabantip at 100 mg 10 mg tablet?

  Ans : This medication has some commonly reported side effects. Here are some side effects of gabantip tablet which are as follows: dizziness, uncontrolled eye movements, agitation and anxiety, restlessness, hyperactivity, etc.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal gabantip at 100 mg 10 mg tablet?

  Ans : Store this medication in a cool dry place and keep it in the original pack or container until it is time to take them. Store this medication out of sight and reach of children. Unused medicines should be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children and other people cannot consume them.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Gabantip AT 100 mg/10 mg Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : This medication takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions. It would be ideal if you note, it doesn't mean you will begin to notice such health improvement in a similar period as different patients.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Gabantip AT 100 mg/10 mg Tablet?

  Ans : Contraindication to gabantip. In addition, this medication should not be used if you have the following conditions such as hypersensitivity to this drug, used with cisapride, etc.

• Ques : Is Gabantip AT 100 mg/10 mg Tablet safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Ques : Will Gabantip AT 100 mg/10 mg Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of this medication can lead to increased chances of side effects such as dizziness, somnolence, peripheral edema, nausea, pain, tremor, neuralgia, back pain, dyspepsia, dyspnea, flu syndrome, etc.