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Gabavent is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Gabavent depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Gabavent is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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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.
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.
What is the effect of Gabavent on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Gabavent on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Gabavent on the Liver?
Using Gabavent does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Gabavent on the Heart?
Using Gabavent does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Gabavent should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gabavent unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gabavent habit forming or addictive?
You may get addicted to Gabavent. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.
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.
Is it safe?
Gabavent is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, Gabavent is useful in treating mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gabavent
Taking Gabavent with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gabavent
Taking Gabavent with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Neurontin® (gabapentin)
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