Gabapentin 800 mg

Description

Uses

• Gabapentin 800 mg is used along with other drugs to control and prevent seizures.
• Gamma-aminobutyric acid analogs are the drug class of Gabapentin 800 mg.
• Take this medicine only orally as the doctor suggests.
• This medicine is used to relieve the nerve pain caused by shingles (due to herpes zoster infection)
• Gabapentin 800 mg is also known as antiepileptic or anticonvulsant medicine.

Key Ingredients

Active Ingredients

• Gabapentin, USP

Inactive Ingredients

• Talc
• Corn starch
• Mannitol
• Magnesium stearate

Precautions

Inform your doctor or pharmacist about your medical history before taking Gabapentin 800 mg as follows-

• Mental disorders (depression)
• Drug abuse
• Avoid stopping this medicine instantly after you start feeling better
• If you have any allergies
• Kidney disease
• Breathing problems (such as COPD)
• Before having surgery tell your dentist/doctor about the products you use like prescription medicine and herbal products.

Dosage

As directed by the health care expert.

Side Effects

Common side effects

• Dizziness
• Trouble speaking
• Drowsiness
• Sore throat

Severe side effects

• Confusion
• Increased seizures
• Trouble in muscle movement
• Blue-colored skin

Safety Information

• Keep this medicine out of children’s reach.
• Store Gabapentin 800 mg in a dry, cool place & away from sun rays.
• Before using Gabapentin 800 mg, read the label carefully.
• Children/pregnant women must consult a doctor before taking it.
• Avoid taking the extra doses as the doctor recommended.