- Overview
- Uses
- Benefits
- Side Effect
- How to use
- How It works
- What if you forget to take?
- Safety Advice
- FAQ
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NepMeds
Last Updated On: Jul 18, 2023
Gaba 100mg Cap
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Product Overview
Gaba Capsule contains gabapentin as its active ingredient, mainly used along with other medicine to help control certain types of seizures (fits) and neuropathic pain (pain due to damaged nerves).
Uses
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Gabapentin is the first line of treatment for neurogenic pain (e.g. the nerve pain that comes up after having herpes which can last for months)
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It is also used in seizures, nerve disorder associated with diabetes (diabetic neuropathy), migraine and anxiety disorders
Side Effect
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Viral infection
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Fever, tiredness
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Confusion, mood changes
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Blurred vision, double vision
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Vertigo
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Respiratory infections, urinary tract infection
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Increased appetite
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High blood pressure, flushing or dilation of blood vessels
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Difficulty breathing, sore throat, cough, dry nose
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Vomiting, nausea, inflammation of gums, diarrhea, stomach pain, constipation
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Facial swelling, bruises, rash, joint pain, muscle pain, back pain, twitching
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Difficulties with erection (impotence)
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Swelling in the legs and arms, difficulty while walking
How to use
Take GABA 100MG CAPSULE as directed by your physician. Swallow GABA 100MG CAPSULE as whole with a glass full of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Correct dosage and duration will be prescribed by your doctor depending upon your age, body weight, and health condition.
How It works
It affects chemicals and nerves in the body that cause seizures (convulsions) and some types of nerve pain.
What if you forget to take?
If you missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose & do not take extra medicine to compensate for the missed dose.
Safety Advice for Gaba 100mg Cap
Alcohol
It is not recommended with alcohol as it increases the risk of side effects like drowsiness and difficulty in concentrating.
Pregnancy
Gabapentin capsules should not be taken during pregnancy unless advised by your physician. Use contraception if you are a woman of child-bearing potential. Medicines for epilepsy should not be discontinued abruptly as there is a risk of fits which can be harmful to the baby. Discuss with your doctor if you are pregnant.
Driving
Caution is advised as Gabapentin can cause dizziness or tiredness. Avoid driving if you experience these.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it usually take for Gabapentin to work?
Some people see improvement in their symptoms about a week after starting treatment. Others need about a month before they see significant improvements.
Can children and adolescents safely take Gabapentin?
Gabapentin has only been approved for use in adolescents above the age of 12.