Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's

Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's belongs to a group of medications called anticonvulsants used to manage or prevent neuropathic pain and epilepsy. Besides this, occasionally used to treat migraine headaches. Neuropathic pain is a chronic progressive nerve disease that causes nerve pain. On the other hand, epilepsy is a nervous system disorder that occurs due to disturbed nerve cell activity in the brain.

Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's contains Gabapentin' which works by binding to the specific site on voltage-gated calcium channels; this helps in relieving nerve pain and lowers the risk of seizures. Besides this, it also decreases the number of pain signals sent out by damaged nerves in the body.

Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's is available on prescription. It comes as capsules, tablets, and a liquid that you drink. Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's can be taken by adults and children aged six years and over. Take Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's exactly as directed. Please do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Sometimes, you may experience some side effects, including feeling sleepy, tired and dizzy. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Please do not stop taking Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor as it could cause withdrawal symptoms. Do not take Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by the doctor. Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive if you are alert. Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's should not be given to children unless prescribed. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness. Keep your doctor informed of your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's belongs to a class of medications called 'anticonvulsants' used to prevent neuropathic pain (pain due to damaged nerves), fibromyalgia (musculoskeletal pain), and epilepsy (fits). It works by binding to the specific site on voltage-gated calcium channels and blocking the action of overexcited channels; this helps in relieving nerve pain and lowers the risk of seizures. Overall it reduces nerve pain by interfering with pain signals travelling through the damaged nerves and the brain.

• Feeling sleepy
• Tired or dizzy
• Feeling sick (nausea)
• Being sick (vomiting)
• Diarrhoea
• Getting more infections than usual
• Mood changes
• Swollen arms and legs
• Blurred vision
• Dry mouth
• Difficulties for men getting an erection
• Weight gain
• Feel hungry
• Memory problems
• Headaches

Do not take Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor before taking Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's if you have symptoms of suicidal ideation or behaviour, drug addiction, chronic pulmonary insufficiency, muscle weakness, heart problems, liver/kidney impairment. Please do not stop taking Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor as it could cause withdrawal symptoms. Do not take Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by the doctor. Avoid driving and consuming alcohol along with Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience suicidal tendencies. Avoid taking St John's Wort herbal supplement (antidepressant) while taking Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's as it might cause increased dizziness and sleepiness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

• MORPHINE
• HYDROCODONE
• OXYCODONE
• TRAMADOL
• CODEINE
• FLUOXETINE
• AMITRIPTYLINE
• QUETIAPINE
• MEFLOQUINE
• ORLISTAT
• DIPHENHYDRAMINE
• CETIRIZINE

• Do not take Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's for a prolonged time; it may lead to mental or physical dependence on Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's.
• If you are taking any antacids containing aluminium or magnesium, try to keep at least 2 hours gap between the intake of Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's and these antacids to avoid drug-drug interaction.
• Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's can make you feel dizzy or drowsy, try to get up slowly while rising from a sitting or lying position.
• Gabastone-100 Tablet 10's can cause dry mouth, so in that case, drink water or fluids, suck hard candy or ice, chew (sugarless) gum, or use a saliva substitute.

• Include food rich in vitamin B and D in your diet.
• Include cayenne pepper in your diet as it can help in lowering neuropathic pain.
• Exercising regularly helps in improving overall health and combating pain.
• Rest well, get plenty of sleep.
• Try to take a warm bath as it can be soothing.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
• Using essential oils for massages can help increase circulation.
• Acupuncture can be helpful by stimulating pressure points.
• Meditation and yoga can help lower stress, decrease pain sensitivity, and improves coping skills.