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Gaba Plus Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Neuropathic Pain, Epilepsy. Other than this, Gaba Plus Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Gaba Plus Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Gaba Plus Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Gaba Plus Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gaba Plus Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Gaba Plus Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gaba Plus Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Gaba Plus Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Gaba Plus Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Gaba Plus Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Gaba Plus Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Gaba Plus Tablet 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 Plus Tablet 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 Plus Tablet 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 Plus Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Gaba on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Gaba Plus Tablet on the Liver?
Using Gaba does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Gaba Plus Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Gaba for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gaba Plus Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gaba Plus Tablet habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Gaba Plus Tablet. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Gaba Plus Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Gaba Plus Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Gaba Plus Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Gaba Plus Tablet works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gaba Plus Tablet
It is safe to take Gaba Plus Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gaba Plus Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Gaba Plus Tablet 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.
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 419-420
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