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GABIPENTA-300
Salt Composition: Gabapentin 300 mg (tablet, alu-alu).
Brand: Leeford
10.0 tablets in 1 strip
Description
Therapeutic Uses
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Neuropathic pain: Effective for treating chronic nerve pain of diabetic neuropathy, post-herpetic neuralgia (shingles), spinal cord injury, and fibromyalgia.
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Partial seizures/epilepsy: Used as adjunctive therapy in adults and children over 6 years; helps control fits by stabilizing electrical nerve activity.
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Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS): Sometimes prescribed for moderate-to-severe RLS to improve sleep and reduce discomfort.
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Other off-label uses: May be used for anxiety disorders and alcohol withdrawal, only when prescribed by physician.
Dosage & Directions
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Dose is typically started low, then titrated as needed, often 1–3 times daily.
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Usual adult dose: 300 mg to 1200 mg taken 1–3 times a day (max daily dose: 3600 mg or as advised).
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Take capsules whole with water, with or without food; space doses evenly across the day.
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Do not stop abruptly; may cause worsening of symptoms or increased seizure risk.
Mechanism of Action
Gabapentin binds to calcium channels in nerve cells, reducing release of pain-causing neurotransmitters and abnormal electrical discharges, calming nerve signaling for pain relief and seizure control.
Common Side Effects
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Drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, headache, minor viral infections, gastrointestinal upset
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Mood changes, agitation, depression, visual changes (rare).
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Alcohol increases sedation risk; avoid concurrent use.
Safety Notes
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Dose adjustment is needed in kidney disease or for elderly patients.
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Consult doctor promptly if mood changes or severe side effects occur
GABIPENTA-300 is widely available, not banned or restricted in India, and considered safe/effective for nerve pain, epilepsy, and related conditions under physician guidance.