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Gabapentin
Generic name: Gabapentin
Brand names: Neurontin
Gabapentin chemical formula: NH2OH
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Why is Gabapentin prescribed?
Neurontin has two applications. First, it can be with other drugs for the treatment of partial seizures (type, in which symptoms are limited). It can be used whether or not exemptions eventually become whole and lead to a loss of consciousness.
Secondly, it can be used to reduce the burning nerve pain that sometimes persists for months or even years after the attack shingles (herpes zoster).
Most important fact about Gabapentin
Take Neurontin exactly as prescribed by your doctor. To effectively manage your exemptions, it is important that you Neurontin three times a day, every 8 hours. You should not go more than 12 hours without a dose of the drug.
How should you take Gabapentin?
Do not increase or decrease doses of Gabapentin without your doctor's approval; And not suddenly stop it, as it may lead to an increase in the frequency of your seizures. If you like to 07:48 Maalox, Neurontin take at least 2 hours after the 07:48.
You can use Neurontin or without food.
-- If you miss doses ...
Try not to allow more than 12 hours to pass between doses. Do not double dose.
-- Storage instructions ...
Store capsules and tablets at room temperature. Keep refrigerated oral solution.
What side effects may occur?
Side effects could not be foreseen. If you develop or modify the intensity that your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine it is safe for you to continue taking Neurontin.
When taken for epilepsy, more side effects may include:
Blurred, color, or double vision, bronchitis (children), dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, fever (children), forced movement of the eyes, itching, runny nose, lack of muscle coordination, nausea, tremor, viral infections (in children), vomiting, increased weight (for children)
If nervous for the pain more side effects may include:
Accidental injuries, Constipation, diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, headache, infection, lack of muscle coordination, nausea, swelling of hands and feet, vomiting, weakness
A wide range of unusual and rare side effects have also been reported. If you develop any new or unusual symptoms while taking Neurontin, be sure to let your doctor know.
Why should Gabapentin not be prescribed?
You should not take Neurontin if you ever allergic reaction to it.
Special warnings about Gabapentin
Neurontin causes some people to become We and less alert. Combining it with morphine makes it more likely. Do not drive or use dangerous equipment or engage in any hazardous activity that requires complete mental alertness until you are sure Neurontin is not an impact on you.
The children, Neurontin sometimes cause behavioral problems such as unstable emotions, hostility, aggression, hyperactivity, and lack of concentration. But such problems (if they are) usually mild.
Be sure to tell your doctor if you have kidney or hemodialysis, as your doctor will need to adjust your dose of Neurontin.
Tell your doctor about any medicines you are taking, including: the fight against drugs.
Possible food and drug interactions when taking Gabapentin
If Neurontin taken with certain other drugs, the consequences can either be increased, decreased or changed. This is especially important to check with your doctor before combining with Neurontin follows:
Antacids, such as Maalox
Hydrocodone (Lortab, equipment)
Naproxen (Naprosyn)
Morphine (Kadian, MS Contin)
Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
Neurontin effects on pregnant women have not been adequately studied, although birth defects occurred in infants whose mothers took antiepileptic drugs when they were pregnant. The drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, tell your doctor immediately. This drug may appear in breast milk and can affect breastfeeding infants. It should be the mother who infant feeding only if its benefits clearly outweigh the risks.
Recommended dosage
EPILEPSY
Adults and children 12 years and older
Recommended dosage is 300 milligrams three times a day. After that the usual daily dose range from 900 to 1800 milligrams divided into three doses.
Children from 3 to 12 years of age
The daily dosage is calculated depending on the weight of the child. Usually starting dosage is 10 to 15 milligrams per 2.2 pounds. Dosage then grown for three days to 40 milligrams per 2.2 pounds for children aged 3 and 4, 25 and 35 milligrams per 2.2 pounds for children aged 5 and older. The total daily dose taken three small doses throughout the day.
The pain after shingles attack
Treatment usually begins with a single 300-milligram dose on the first day, two 300-milligram doses for a second day, and three 300-milligram doses on the third day. If necessary, a doctor may increase the daily total to 1,800 milligrams, divided into three doses. , Are you with Neurontin for epilepsy and pain, a doctor will reduce the dose if poor kidney function. Moreover, if Neurontin terminated or add another drug therapy, your doctor will do so gradually, within 1 week.
Overdosage
Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect overdose, seek immediate medical treatment.
Neurontin overdose symptoms may include:
Diarrhea, double vision, headaches, lethargy, filter speech
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