Gabavent: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Gabavent Benefits & Uses

Gabavent is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Neuropathic Pain (Read More - How to Treat Nerve Pain at Home: Effective Remedies)
Epilepsy

Other Benefits

Gabavent Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Neuropathic (Nerve) Pain Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: On day 1 300 mg/day, on day 2 300 mg twice daily
Geriatric	Disease: Neuropathic (Nerve) Pain Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: On day 1 300 mg/day, on day 2 300 mg twice daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Neuropathic (Nerve) Pain Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: On day 1 300 mg/day, on day 2 300 mg twice daily
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Epilepsy Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Above 3 years old can take

Gabavent Related Warnings

Is the use of Gabavent safe for pregnant women?

Gabavent can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Gabavent, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Gabavent safe during breastfeeding?

Gabavent can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Gabavent on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Gabavent on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Gabavent on the Liver?

Using Gabavent does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Gabavent on the Heart?

Using Gabavent does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Gabavent with Other Drugs

Gabavent should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Codeine

Dextromethorphan

Paracetamol,Codeine

Chlorpheniramine,Codeine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Gabavent Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gabavent unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Suicidal Tendency
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Gabavent

Is this Gabavent habit forming or addictive?

You may get addicted to Gabavent. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Gabavent. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Gabavent is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Yes, Gabavent is useful in treating mental disorders.

Yes

Gabavent Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gabavent

Taking Gabavent with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gabavent

Taking Gabavent with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Gabavent

Question over 5 years ago

Does Gabavent cause depression?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes Gabavent can cause depression. It is known side effect of this drug. It acts on the brain and decreases certain brain activity which results in depression and reduced arousal.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Gabavent?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Gabavent is a brand name for gabapentin it comes in the form of a tablet (solid unit dosage form), capsule and oral solution. It is a prescription drug which belongs to the class of drugs known as anti-convulsants or antiepileptic drug. It is mainly used in the treatment of neuropathic pain (pain that arises due to damage to the nervous system) and partial seizure in adult and children. It is also used to relieve pain from postherpetic neuralgia.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Gabavent with tramadol?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Gabavent can be taken with tramadol only on doctor's advice. Because both drugs moderately interact with each other and increase the severity of side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, and altered the body coordination. It also depresses the central nervous system and causes some CNS problem.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Gabavent with tylenol?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Gabavent can be taken with tylenol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Gabavent along with tylenol if taken as directed by the doctor. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Gabavent work?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Gabavent works by inhibiting the release of chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) that sends the signals of pain to the brain, hence in this way it protects us from pain. Whereas it prevents seizure by reducing the abnormal excitement in the brain which causes a seizure.