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Gabantin Forte Tablet

Manufactured bySUN PHARMA LABORATORIES LTD
ContainsGabapentin (300 mg) + Methylcobalamin (500 mcg)
Description
Gabantin Forte Tablet is a combination of Gabapentin and Methylcobalamin. It is used in the treatment of neuropathic pain (pain from nerve damage). Nerve damage may occur due to various conditions such as diabetes, cancer, spine disorders, thyroid problems, or HIV (Human immunodeficiency virus) infection. Gabantin Forte Tablet works by blocking the movement of pain signals in your brain. It also helps in the formation of a protective covering (myelin) of the nerve fibres and repairs your damaged nerves. Gabantin Forte Tablet may cause side effects like sleepiness, dizziness, weakness, and loss of coordination. These side effects are temporary can usually resolve on their own. Consult your doctor if these side effects are worrying you. Keep a check of your mood and behaviour as this medicine can cause mood and behaviour changes like suicidal tendencies. In such cases, contact your doctor immediately. Gabantin Forte Tablet can be taken with or without food as prescribed by your doctor. You should keep taking this medicine for the prescribed duration even if you feel better after few doses. Complete the whole course to see the maximum benefits. Gabantin Forte Tablet is not recommended in children less than 6 years of age. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have kidney problems or any other medical conditions. You should not stop taking this medicine unless prescribed by your doctor. If stopped abruptly, you might experience withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, fatigue, sweating, vomiting, depression, seizures, and hallucinations. Gabantin Forte Tablet is not recommended if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine only when the benefits outweigh the risks, or else another suitable medicine may be prescribed.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Gabantin Forte Tablet

  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Skin rash
  • Chest pain and discomfort
  • Dizziness
  • Uncontrolled eye movements
  • Restlessness
  • Unusual tiredness and weakness
  • Irritability
  • Blurred vision
  • Lower back pain
  • Dry mouth
  • Loss of coordination

Uses of Gabantin Forte Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Peripheral Neuropathy
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    It is not known when Gabantin Forte Tablet will start its action after administration. However, you may feel relief from the symptoms of nerve pain in few weeks.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    It is not known how long Gabantin Forte Tablet remains active in your body.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol should be avoided while treatment with Gabantin Forte Tablet as it increases the risk of side effects such as dizziness, difficulty in concentration, etc.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Gabantin Forte Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Gabantin Forte Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may harm your developing foetus. This medicine is prescribed by your doctor only when the potential benefits outweigh the risks. Do not take or stop this medicine without consulting your doctor.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Gabantin Forte Tablet is present in breastmilk. Therefore, this medicine is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before using this medicine. If this medicine is used, your doctor may advise you to closely monitor your baby for any undesired side effects.

Leber's Disease

Gabantin Forte Tablet is not recommended if you have Leber's Disease. Leber's disease is a rare genetic disorder in which there is a painless loss of vision due to the death of optic nerve cells in your eyes. Gabantin Forte Tablet increases the risk of this disease and may worsen your condition.

Allergy

Avoid taking Gabantin Forte Tablet if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Gabantin Forte Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may harm your developing foetus. This medicine is prescribed by your doctor only when the potential benefits outweigh the risks. Do not take or stop this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Breast-feeding

Gabantin Forte Tablet is present in breastmilk. Therefore, this medicine is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before using this medicine. If this medicine is used, your doctor may advise you to closely monitor your baby for any undesired side effects.
General warnings

Use in elderly

Gabantin Forte Tablet should be used with caution by elderly people due to an increased risk of side effects. As the kidney function also declines with age, an appropriate dose adjustment or an alternative treatment option may be necessary.

Other medicines

Many medicines may interact with Gabantin Forte Tablet and decrease the effectiveness or increase the risk of side effects of this medicine. Hence, inform your doctor if you are taking any medicine including any herbs and supplements.

Gastrointestinal surgery

Gabantin Forte Tablet should be used with caution if you have undergone a recent gastrointestinal (stomach and intestine) surgery. It may decrease the absorption of this medicine from your stomach and intestine. This may reduce the effect of this medicine.

Use of antacids

The use of antacids may reduce the absorption of Gabantin Forte Tablet from your stomach and intestine. Hence appropriate time gap should be maintained between both medicines.

Suicidal thoughts

Close monitoring for any change in mood or behaviour is necessary while using Gabantin Forte Tablet as it may lead to suicidal tendencies. Report any mood changes to your doctor immediately so that counselling can be done. If the symptoms persist, your doctor may advise an alternate medicine.

Use in children

Gabantin Forte Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 6 years of age since the safety and efficacy are not clinically established.

Withdrawal symptoms

Abrupt discontinuation of Gabantin Forte Tablet may increase the risk of anxiety, fatigue, sweating, vomiting, depression, seizures, and hallucinations, especially if you have been using a high dose for a long duration. A gradual dose reduction is recommended to avoid these reactions. You should not stop using this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Driving or operating machines

Use of Gabantin Forte Tablet may cause dizziness or confusion in some people. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Gabantin Forte Tablet. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If a dose is skipped, do not add it up to the next dose.

Overdose

If you have taken more than the prescribed amount of Gabantin Forte Tablet then you may experience complications like breathing difficulties, depression, coma and abnormal heartbeats. Consult your doctor immediately for further guidance.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol should be avoided while treatment with Gabantin Forte Tablet as it increases the risk of side effects such as dizziness, difficulty in concentration, etc.
Interaction with Medicine

Duloxetine

Buprenorphine

Doxepine

Cetirizine

Disease interactions

Impaired kidney function

Gabantin Forte Tablet is mainly excreted by your kidneys. Hence, use this medicine with caution due to the risk of kidney damage. Dose adjustment should be done based on your clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Gabantin Forte Tablet with or without food. Do not crush or chew the tablet. Take Gabantin Forte Tablet around the same time every day so that a constant level of this medicine is maintained in your body. Avoid taking this medicine with an antacid (a medicine used to relieve acidity) as it can reduce the absorption of Gabantin Forte Tablet in your body. Avoid driving or any activity that requires mental focus as Gabantin Forte Tablet can cause sleepiness and/or drowsiness which can affect your ability to focus. You should not stop taking Gabantin Forte Tablet without consulting your doctor as this can worsen your condition. You may experience withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, fatigue, sweating, vomiting, depression, seizures and hallucinations.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Gabantin Forte Tablet is composed of two medicines: Gabapentin and Methylcobalamin. Gabapentin works by interfering with the pain signals travelling through your damaged nerves and your brain. Thus, it relieves pain due to nerve damage. Methylcobalamin is a form of vitamin B which helps in the production of myelin (a substance that protects nerve fibres) and heals your damaged nerve cells.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Gamma-aminobutyric acid analogs, Vitamins

Schedule

Schedule H

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