Gabapentin capsules, tablets, and oral solutions are used along with other medicines to help control certain types of seizures in people who have epilepsy. Gabapentin capsules, tablets, and oral solutions are also used to relieve the pain of neuralgia. Gabapentin extended-release tablets (Horizant) are used to treat restless legs syndrome.
Gabapentin comes as a capsule, a tablet, an extended-release (long-acting) tablet, and an oral solution (liquid) to take by mouth.
Gabapentin capsules, tablets, and oral solution are usually taken with a full glass of water with or without food, three times a day.
Gabapentin should be taken at evenly spaced times throughout the day and night; no more than 12 hours should pass between doses.
Swallow the extended-release tablets whole; do not cut, chew, or crush them.
Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully.
Take gabapentin exactly as directed.
To help remember, take promethazine at the same time every day.
Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
Do not increase your quantity or take this product more often than directed.
Expert Advice
Do not increase the quantity than prescribed by the doctor. If the condition persists or worsens, or if you think you may have a serious medicalproblem, get medical help right away. Keep gabapentin out of the reach of children. Store the gabapentin at room temperature. Keep gabapentin away from sunlight.
Primary Uses
Seizures
Indications
Gabapentin is used to treat neuropathic pain, and is used in combination with other medicines to treat partial seizures (brain disorder) with or without secondary generalization in patients not satisfactorily controlled by or intolerant to other anticonvulsants.
Side Effects
Patients using gabapentin may at times experience dizziness, fatigue, tremors, somnolence (extreme sleepiness), and ataxia (loss of control of full body movements). If you experience any of these symptoms, please consult your doctor immediately.
Warnings
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor before using gabapentin during pregnancy for a better analysis.
Lactation
Consult your doctor before using gabapentin during lactation for a better analysis.
Driving
Its use has shown a chance of severe dizziness; therefore avoid using it while driving.
Liver
Consult your doctor before using gabapentin if you have any liver disease.
Kidney
Consult your doctor before using gabapentin if you have any kidney disease.
Alcohol
The use of alcohol should be limited or avoided while using gabapentin.
Precautions
Patients suffering from renal (kidney) impairment , haemodialysis (kidney dialysis), or those who have history of psychotic illness should consult their doctor before using gabapentin.
Contraindications
Gabapentin is contraindicated for use in patients with gabapentin
Promethazine should be used with extreme caution in patients with epilepsy.
FAQS
For how long can we use gabapentin?
Do not use more than directed by your doctor.
How long does it take gabapentin to show its effect?
It starts showing its effect within a few minutes of administration.
Are there any medicine interactions with gabapentin?
Yes, there are medicine interactions with gabapentin to make it more effective.
What do I do if I forget to take the dose?
Consult the doctor if you missed the dose.
Does gabapentin causes stomach irritation?
Gabapentin does not usually cause stomach irritation when used at recommended doses.
Disclaimer
Dawaai's intention is to make sure that it's consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.
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