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Gabastone 100 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
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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.
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Is the use of Gabastone 100 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Gabastone can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Gabastone right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Gabastone 100 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Gabastone may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Gabastone, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Gabastone.
What is the effect of Gabastone 100 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Gabastone on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Gabastone 100 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Gabastone does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Gabastone 100 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Using Gabastone does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gabastone 100 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gabastone 100 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Gabastone 100 Mg Tablet. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Gabastone 100 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Gabastone 100 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Gabastone 100 Mg Tablet can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gabastone 100 Mg Tablet
Taking Gabastone 100 Mg Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gabastone 100 Mg Tablet
Taking alcohol with Gabastone 100 Mg Tablet can be dangerous.
Yes Gabastone can cause depression. It is known side effect of this drug. It acts on the brain and decreases certain brain activity which results in depression and reduced arousal.
Yes, Gabastone may cause dry mouth because it decreases the saliva secretion in your mouth. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience excessive dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes and ample water.
Gabastone works by inhibiting the release of chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) that sends the signals of pain to the brain, hence in this way it protects us from pain. Whereas it prevents seizure by reducing the abnormal excitement in the brain which causes a seizure.
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 Gabastone 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.
Gabastone can be taken with or without food as directed by the doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with heart diseases, glaucoma, and improper kidney function.
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