Gabapal medicine 100 Mg: Uses, indications and notes when using

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Gabapentin is widely used in the prevention and treatment of epileptic seizures or for the relief of neuropathic pain caused by shingles. The drug has many different trade names and one of them is the drug Gabapal 100 Mg. So what are the effects of Gabapal and what should be noted when using it?

1. What does Gabapal do?

What does Gabapal do? Gabapal 100 Mg medicine has the active ingredient Gabapentin, which is commonly used in combination with several other medications to help prevent and control epileptic seizures. Another more common effect of Gabapal 100 Mg is the relief of neuralgia after shingles (herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is an active ingredient in the class of anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drugs.

2. How to use Gabapal 100 Mg

Carefully read the instructions for use on the product packaging or the information provided by the pharmacist before you start taking Gabapal 100 Mg. Gabapal 100 Mg Tablets are to be taken by mouth, with or without food, as directed by your doctor. The dose of Gabapal 100 Mg is indicated depending on the patient's health condition and response to treatment. For children, the dose of Gabapal 100 Mg is calculated by weight.
If you are using the drug and the doctor instructs you to split the pill in half, the patient can take the other half on the next use. However, throw away the remaining half of the 100 Mg Gabapal tablet when it has not been used for too long after dividing. If the patient is taking Gabapal 100 Mg capsules, swallow them whole with plenty of water.
A very important issue when taking Gabapal 100 Mg is that the patient needs to follow the doctor's instructions exactly. At first, the doctor may increase the dose of Gabapal 100 Mg gradually so that the body can adapt to the drug. In addition, to minimize side effects, patients should take the first dose of Gabapal 100 Mg at bedtime.
Patients need to use Gabapal 100 Mg regularly and continuously to achieve the highest treatment effect. It works best when Gabapentin levels in the body are kept steady. Therefore, take Gabapal 100 Mg at equally spaced times each day. If the patient is taking Gabapal 100 mg 3 times a day to control seizures, it is best not to stop the drug for more than 12 hours because seizures may increase.
Note, the patient should not arbitrarily increase the number of times of use or prolong the treatment with Gabapal 100 Mg without consulting a doctor because the condition will not improve faster and the risk of Serious side effects may be increased.
Besides, the patient absolutely must not stop taking Gabapal 100 Mg without the doctor's permission. Some problems can be made worse when the medicine is stopped suddenly and the dose of Gabapal 100 Mg may need to be reduced slowly.
Antacids containing aluminum or magnesium may interfere with the absorption of Gabapal 100 Mg. Therefore, the patient should take Gabapal 100 Mg at least 2 hours after taking the antacid.
Different dosage forms of gabapentin (such as immediate-release, sustained-release, sustained-release tablets) are absorbed by the body in different ways. to another form of medication without consulting your doctor.

3. Gabapal 100 Mg . side effects

Side effects of the drug Gabapal 100 Mg common patients include:
Drowsiness; Dizzy; Loss of coordination of movements; Tired; Blurred/double vision; Abnormal eye movements or shaking. If any of the effects of Gabapal 100 Mg persist or worsen, the user should promptly notify the doctor or pharmacist.
Get medical attention promptly if any serious side effects of Gabapal 100 Mg occur such as swelling of the hands/ankles/feet.

Side effects of the drug Gabapal 100 Mg common patients include:
Drowsiness; Dizzy; Loss of coordination of movements; Tired; Blurred/double vision; Abnormal eye movements or shaking. If any of the effects of Gabapal 100 Mg persist or worsen, the user should promptly notify the doctor or pharmacist. In addition, patients should also contact their healthcare provider promptly if any serious side effects of Gabapal 100 Mg occur such as swelling of the hands/ankles/feet.
Some patients who take anticonvulsants for any reason (eg, seizures, bipolar disorder, pain relief) may experience depression, suicidal thoughts or attempts, and psychiatric problems other. Notify physician of any unusual/sudden changes in mood, thoughts or behavior, including signs of depression, suicidal thoughts/attentions, thoughts about self-harm while taking Gabapal 100 Mg.
Allergic reactions caused by Gabapal 100 Mg are very rare, however, patients should contact their healthcare provider immediately if they have: fever, swollen lymph nodes, rash, itching/swelling of organs (especially face/tongue/throat), dizziness, trouble breathing.

4. Notes when using Gabapal 100 Mg

Before taking any medicine with the active ingredient gabapentin, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have a history of allergic reactions to the drug or any other allergies. In addition, before using Gabapal 100 Mg, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history such as: kidney disease, mental problems (depression, suicidal thoughts), use or abuse drug use , alcohol , breathing problems ( COPD ) .
Gabapal 100 Mg may cause dizziness, drowsiness or blurred vision. Concomitant use of alcohol with medication can make dizziness or drowsiness worse. Do not drive, use machines, or do anything that requires alertness or requires clear vision while taking Gabapal 100 Mg until it is safe for the patient to do so.
Elderly people are relatively sensitive to the side effects of Gabapal 100 Mg, especially symptoms of hand swelling, ankle swelling, foot swelling, slow breathing, shallow breathing, dizziness or loss of coordination. (may increase the risk of falls).
Children are also sensitive to the side effects of Gabapal 100 Mg, especially mental and behavioral changes (such as hostility, problems with concentration, restlessness).
During pregnancy, Gabapal 100 Mg should be used only when clearly needed after discussing the risks and benefits with a specialist. Gabapentin can pass into breast milk so consult your doctor before using it for a nursing woman.

5. Gabapal 100 Mg . drug interactions

Drug interactions can change the way Gabapal 100 Mg works or increase your risk of serious side effects. One product that may interact with Gabapal 100 Mg is: orlistat.
The risk of serious side effects (such as slow breathing, shallow breathing, severe drowsiness, dizziness) may be increased if Gabapal 100 Mg is taken with products that cause drowsiness or problems. about respiration.
Tell the doctor or pharmacist if the patient is using opioid pain relievers or cough suppressants (such as codeine, hydrocodone), alcohol, sleeping pills, anti-anxiety medications (alprazolam, lorazepam, zolpidem), relaxants muscle (carisoprodol, cyclobenzaprine), antihistamines (cetirizine, diphenhydramine)... while taking Gabapal 100 Mg. Do not use Gabapal 100 Mg with other medicines containing gabapentin (including gabapentin openscarbil).
Gabapal 100 Mg may interfere with some tests for protein in the urine. Gabapal 100 Mg overdose symptoms may include: severe drowsiness, slurred speech, weakness.
If the patient misses a dose, take Gabapal as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose of Gabapal 100 Mg, skip the missed dose, do not double it. If the patient is taking gabapentin 3 times a day to control seizures, the patient should not leave the dosing interval more than 12 hours because convulsions may increase.
Store Gabapal 100 Mg at room temperature, away from light, moisture, children and pets. Do not flush Gabapal 100 Mg down the toilet or down the drain when the medication has expired or is no longer needed.
Gabapentin is widely used in the prevention and treatment of epileptic seizures or for the relief of neuropathic pain caused by shingles. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment, patients need to take the drug as directed by the doctor or pharmacist.

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Reference source: webmd.com