Uses of Gabahasan

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1. Gabahasan drug use

Gabahasan medicine has the ingredient Gabapentin. Gabahasan is indicated for use in the following cases:
Supportive treatment in cases of partial seizures; Treatment of pain caused by inflammation of the peripheral nerves. Gabapentin drug is contraindicated: People with hypersensitivity to the ingredients contained in the drug.

2. How to use and dose of Gabahasan

The drug is taken orally. Dosage is as follows:
2.1 Antiepileptic dosage For adults and children from 12 years old:
The first day: Use a dose of 300mg/time; Day 2: Use 300mg/time x 2 times; Day 3: Use 300mg/time x 3 times. Thereafter, the dose of Gabahasan may be increased in increments of 300 mg/day depending on the patient's response until an effective dose is reached (typically 900 - 1800 mg/day in 3 divided doses, up to a maximum of 2400 mg). The total daily dose should be divided equally for each dose, the dosing interval should not exceed 12 hours. When taking a high dose, it can be taken 4 times a day.
For patients with impaired renal function, on dialysis. If you have hematuria, the dose of Gabahasan should be reduced.The appropriate dose should be adjusted according to the creatinine clearance as follows:
Creatinine clearance 50 - 70ml/min: Dose 600 - 1200mg/day, divided into 3 times; Clearance Creatinine 30 - 49ml/min: 300-600mg/day, in 3 divided doses; Creatinine clearance 15 - 29ml/min: 300mg/day, in 3 divided doses; Creatinine clearance <15ml/min: Dose 300, once a day, divided into 3 times; Hemodialysis: Use a loading dose of 300 - 400mg for people using Gabahasan for the first time, then use a dose of 200-300mg after every 4 hours of hemodialysis. from 6 to 12 years old:
First day: 10mg/kg/day, divided into 3 times; Day 2: Use dose 20mg/kg/day, divided into 3 times; Day 3: Use dose 25-35mg/kg/day, divided into 3 times. The maintenance dose is 900mg/day for children weighing 26-36kg, 1200mg/day for children weighing 37-50kg, the total dose/day should be divided into 3 doses.
For children from 3 years old to under 6 years old:
Starting dose: 10-15mg/kg/day, divided into 3 times. The dose should be increased within 3 days to reach a dose of 25-30mg/kg/day for children 3 - 4 years old; For children 5-6 years old, the dose is 25-30mg/kg/day, the total dose/day should be divided into 3 times. There have been no evaluations on the use of Gabahasan in children under 12 years of age with impaired renal function.
2.2 Dosage to treat pain after shingles, pain caused by inflammation of the peripheral nerves For adults:
Take no more than 1800mg/day, divided into 3 times or use as follows:
First day: Take a dose of 300mg/day. time; Day 2: Use 300mg/time x 2 times; Day 3: Use 300mg/time x 3 times. Thereafter, the dose of Gabahasan may be increased in increments of 300 mg/day based on the patient's response until a maximum dose of 1800 mg/day is reached, the total daily dose should be divided into 3 divided doses.
For the elderly:
Gabahasan dosage may be lower due to impaired kidney function.
*Note: The above dose of Gabahasan is for reference only. The doctor will base on the patient's condition and progress of the disease to prescribe the appropriate dose.
Overdose: Gabahasan overdose can cause dizziness, coma, slurred speech, diarrhea. Most overdose cases are reversible with supportive therapy. Gabahasan can be removed from the body by hemodialysis. In case of an emergency or overdose, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital.
Missed dose: If you miss a dose of Gabahasan, the patient should take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose as scheduled.

3. Side effects when using the drug Gabahasan

When using Gabahasan, patients may experience some side effects. Side effects are usually mild or moderate, tending to subside within 2 weeks with continued treatment. Some side effects include:
Common: nystagmus, dizziness, fatigue, somnolence, edema, memory loss, loss of coordination, anxiety, behavioral changes (irritability, depression, agitation, resistance), dyspepsia, constipation, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dry mouth, peripheral angioedema, pharyngitis - pharyngitis, rhinitis, cough, pneumonia, decreased vision, eye, arthralgia, muscle pain, skin rash, rash, leukopenia, viral infection, impotence,...; Uncommon: Aphasia, dementia, irritability, depression, mood swings, paralysis, headache, sexual dysfunction, digestive disorders, bleeding gums, stomatitis, taste disorders sensation, hypotension, angina pectoris, palpitations, peripheral vascular disorders, weight gain, hepatomegaly,...; Rare: Nerve palsy, hypersexuality, personality disorder, psychosis, decreased motor function, peptic ulcer, colitis, esophagitis, proctitis, hoarseness, cough, respiratory mucositis, pulmonary edema, pulmonary hypoventilation, lacrimation, itchy eyes, retinopathy, iritis, osteoporosis, cartilage inflammation, leukopenia, back pain, prolonged bleeding time long, fever, chills, Stevens - Johnson syndrome. When experiencing side effects of the drug, users should inform their doctor immediately.

4. Be careful when using Gabahasan thuốc

Some cautions when using Gabahasan include:
Be careful when using the drug for patients with a history of mental disorders, people with impaired kidney function and hemodialysis; Gabahasan may cause a false positive in proteinuria; Do not stop the drug suddenly because it may increase the frequency of seizures; Discontinue Gabahasan if Stevens - Johnson syndrome is suspected; Gabahasan drugs can cause dizziness, drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, impaired vision, ... should be cautious when driving, operating machinery; Consult a doctor when taking this medicine in pregnant and lactating women.

5. Gabahasan drug interactions

Some drug interactions may alter the effectiveness or increase side effects of Gabahasan. Therefore, users need to inform their doctors about the drugs they are taking.
When used concurrently, Gabahasan drug does not change the pharmacokinetics of commonly used antiepileptic drugs such as valproic acid, carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital, diazepam.
Antacids reduce the bioavailability of Gabahasan by about 20% (by affecting absorption). Therefore, Gabahasan should be taken at least 2 hours after antacids.
Gabahasan drug is indicated with appropriate dosage for each specific disease condition. Therefore, the patient should absolutely coordinate with all the instructions of the doctor to ensure the effectiveness of treatment. At the same time, when experiencing side effects of the drug, patients should immediately notify the doctor for examination and early treatment.
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