Gabapentin is used to treat seizures associated with epilepsy. The exact mechanism of its action is unknown.It may also be administered to treat nerve pain associated with herpes zoster (shingles) infection (postherpetic neuralgia). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
You should not use Gabapentin in case you are allergic to any ingredient in it.
In such case it is obligatory to consult with your doctor or health care provider before taking this drug.
Before using Gabapentin:
Before using Gabapentin you should tell your doctor if you have any medical conditions listed below: you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding a baby; you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement; you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances; you have kidney problems and are on dialysis.
Be aware that Gabapentin may interact with some medicines. Consult with your health care provider in case you are taking any other drugs, especially any of the following: morphine as the risk of Gabapentin's side effects, including drowsiness may be increased.
It may not be a complete list of all interactions with other drugs. To prevent any complications you should check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Gabapentin:
Use this medicine as recommended by your physician. Gabapentin should be taken orally with or without food.
Try not to take an antacid containing aluminum or magnesium within 2 hours before you take Gabapentin.
In case you miss a dose of Gabapentin, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next intake, skip the missed dose and take it according to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take double doses to catch up.
Important safety information:
Be careful when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities as Gabapentin usage may lead to drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision. Try to avoid such activities. Alcohol and certain other medicines may increase the risk of unfavorable reactions while taking Gabapentin.
Diabetes patients should check their blood sugar levels closely, as Gabapentin may affect your blood sugar. Consult with your doctor before you change the dose of your diabetes drug.
Lab tests, including liver function, kidney function, and complete blood cell counts, may be performed while you are using Gabapentin. It is important to control your progress or to check for side effects. Follow all doctor and lab appointments strictly.
The ELDERLY may be more sensitive to the effects of Gabapentin. Use it with caution in this group.
Gabapentin usage may lead to emotional or behavioral side effects in CHILDREN 3 to 12 years of age. Consult with your doctor immediately if you have emotional "swings", hostile or aggressive behavior, problems concentrating, decreased performance at school, an increase in restlessness or hyperactivity.
Use Gabapentin with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 3 years old, as safety and effectiveness in this group have not been proved.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING:
In case you become pregnant, consult with your doctor and discuss the benefits and risks of using Gabapentin while pregnancy. It is known that Gabapentin passes into breast milk. In case you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Gabapentin, consult with your doctor and discuss any possible risks to your baby.
Do not stop taking Gabapentin suddenly, as you may experience WITHDRAWAL symptoms, such as dizziness, drowsiness, clumsiness, hostility, hyperactivity, mood swings, nausea, tiredness, or vomiting.
Possible side effects of Gabapentin:
You should consult with your doctor in case you have any of side effects especially bothersome listed below: back pain; changes in vision (double or blurred vision); clumsiness; constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; nausea; stomach upset; tiredness; vomiting; weight gain.
Seek emergency immediately in case you have any of these severe side effects: severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); abnormal thoughts; aggressive behavior; back and forth eye movements; behavioral problems; change in school performance; chest pain; confusion; fainting; fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or sore throat; hostility; hyperactivity; loss of coordination; memory loss; mood swings; numbness of an arm or leg; one-sided weakness; restlessness; seizures; severe headache or dizziness; shortness of breath; speech changes; swelling of the hands, legs, or feet; tremor; trouble concentrating; twitching.
What is the expiration date of the pills?
This information is mentioned on each blister. The expiration date is 2 years from the date of manufacture.
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