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Gabella is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Neuropathic Pain, Epilepsy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Gabella 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 Gabella. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Gabella have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Gabella normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Gabella's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Gabella's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Gabella is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Gabella are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Gabella with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Gabella is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Gabella 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 Gabella safe for pregnant women?
Gabella can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Gabella, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Gabella safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Gabella. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Gabella on the Kidneys?
Gabella may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gabella on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Gabella on the liver.
What is the effect of Gabella on the Heart?
You can take Gabella without any fear of damage to the heart.
Gabella 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 Gabella unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gabella habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Gabella can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Gabella you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Gabella is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Gabella works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gabella
You can take Gabella with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gabella
Consuming Gabella with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Gabella can be taken with tylenol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Gabella along with tylenol if taken as directed by the doctor. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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 Gabella 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, Gabella 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.
Gabella 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.
Gabella is a brand name for gabapentin it comes in the form of a tablet (solid unit dosage form), capsule and oral solution. It is a prescription drug which belongs to the class of drugs known as anti-convulsants or antiepileptic drug. It is mainly used in the treatment of neuropathic pain (pain that arises due to damage to the nervous system) and partial seizure in adult and children. It is also used to relieve pain from postherpetic neuralgia.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Neurontin® (gabapentin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 419-420
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 605-606