Laregab At Ls 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. This medication 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. This drug can be taken with or without food. In case of a missed dose take it as soon as possible. Do not a drug overdose. If already time for your next dose skip it. Contact your doctor instantly in the case of a drug overdose.

• Epilepsy

• Postherpetic Neuralgia

• Neuropathic Pain

• Allergy

• Dizziness

• Uncontrolled Eye Movements

• Unusual Tiredness And Weakness

• Irritability

• Weight Gain

• 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 medicine 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 breast milk. It is not recommended in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Monitoring of drowsiness and body weight is necessary.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Laregab At Ls 100 Mg/10 Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Gabantip AT 100 mg/10 mg Tablet

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• 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

  Consumption of alcohol with this medication 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.

• Ques : What is Laregab At Ls 100 Mg/10 Mg Tablet?

  Ans : This medication has Gabapentin and Amitriptyline as active ingredients present. It performs its action by increasing the recovery process of damaged nerve cells.

• Ques : What are the uses of Laregab At Ls 100 Mg/10 Mg Tablet?

  Ans : This medication is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like seizures, long stand pain in nerves, numbness, tingling, nerve damage, fits, trigeminal nerve disorders and other neurological disorders.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Laregab At Ls 100 Mg/10 Mg Tablet?

  Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of this medication. These include lethargy, constipation, tiredness, sleepiness, uncoordinated body movements, weakness, dizziness, fatigue, blurred vision, irritability, and clumsiness.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Laregab At Ls 100 Mg/10 Mg Tablet?

  Ans : This medication should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.