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Gaba is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Neuropathic Pain, Epilepsy. Gaba also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gaba. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Gaba have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Gaba normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Gaba's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Gaba related warnings talks about Gaba's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Gaba is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gaba contraindications section.
Additionally, Gaba may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Gaba, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Gaba is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Gaba safe for pregnant women?
Gaba can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Gaba, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Gaba safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Gaba. If you see any side effects, stop taking Gaba immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Gaba again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gaba on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Gaba on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Gaba on the Liver?
Using Gaba does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Gaba on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Gaba for the heart.
Gaba should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gaba unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gaba habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Gaba. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Gaba, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Gaba can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Gaba is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Gaba works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gaba
It is safe to take Gaba with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gaba
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Gaba as it can have severe side effects.
Gaba is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to the people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Gaba can be taken with tramadol only on doctor's advice. Because both drugs moderately interact with each other and increase the severity of side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, and altered the body coordination. It also depresses the central nervous system and causes some CNS problem.
Patients who are suffering from neuropathic pain along with major depressive disorder may experience the change in behavior, suicidal and self-inflicting thought whether they are taking Gaba or not and this risk may remain till significant remission of depression. If you are experiencing mood fluctuations, life-threatening, distorted thoughts after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Gaba can cause sleepiness. It is a common side effect of this medicine. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Gaba to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes sleepiness.
Yes, Gaba can be taken together with omeprazole. No harmful interaction has been reported between them. Omeprazole doesn't affect the absorption of Gaba. It also prevents the stomach related problem that causes by this drug. Hence you can take this combination without any problem.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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