Gabapin Nt, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Depression, Neuropathic Pain.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gabapin Nt. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Gabapin Nt also has some side effects, the most common being Dizziness, Drowsiness, Fatigue. While these are the most often observed Gabapin Nt side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Gabapin Nt normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gabapin Nt is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Gabapin Nt related warnings talks about Gabapin Nt's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gabapin Nt contraindications section.
Additionally, Gabapin Nt may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Gabapin Nt is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Gabapin Nt is used to treat the following -
Main 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
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Is the use of Gabapin Nt safe for pregnant women?
Gabapin NT can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Gabapin NT, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Gabapin Nt safe during breastfeeding?
Gabapin NT should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Gabapin Nt on the Kidneys?
Gabapin NT rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gabapin Nt on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Gabapin NT on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Gabapin Nt on the Heart?
Gabapin NT is rarely harmful for the heart.
Gabapin Nt should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gabapin Nt unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gabapin Nt habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Gabapin Nt can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Gabapin Nt. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Gabapin Nt is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Gabapin Nt can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gabapin Nt
Taking Gabapin Nt with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gabapin Nt
Taking Gabapin Nt with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Gabapin NT 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, Gabapin NT 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.
Yes, Gabapin NT can be taken together with omeprazole. No harmful interaction has been reported between them. Omeprazole doesn't affect the absorption of Gabapin NT. It also prevents the stomach related problem that causes by this drug. Hence you can take this combination without any problem.
Gabapin NT 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.
Gabapin NT is safe to use for longer time. Take it as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the treatment suddenly or take longer than prescribed duration as advice doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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