Gabagesic M 300 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

Manufacturer: Linux Laboratories
Medicine composition: Gabapentin, Methylcobalamin
Prescription: required

Description:

Gabagesic M 300 Mg/500 Mg Tablet is a prescriptive drug primarily used to prevent seizures. It belongs to a class of drugs called anticonvulsants. Aside from seizures, Gabagesic M 300 Mg/500 Mg Tablet is also used to cure hot flashes, restless legs syndrome (RLS) and postherpetic neuralgia. It treats nerve pain in adults by affecting the chemicals and nerve responsible for these pains and seizures. Gabagesic M 300 Mg/500 Mg Tablet is found in capsule, tablet or solution form and can be used in combination with other drugs. Another brand of this medicine is Neurontin which can be given to both adults and children (at least three years of age). Although the same kind, do not substitute one for the other, only use the brand that has been specified by your doctor.

While under Gabagesic M 300 Mg/500 Mg Tablet medication it is advised that you avoid activities that may include lifting heavy objects or driving as common side effects of this drug are feelings of drowsiness, slowing down of cognitive skills and dizziness. Others include problems with coordination, speech problems, nausea, tremors, double vision or sudden jumpy movements. If these effects persist and become more severe with the passage of time notify your physician immediately. Serious side-effects may include anger, restlessness, insomnia, skin rashes. An allergic reaction to Gabagesic M 300 Mg/500 Mg Tablet called anticonvulsant hypersensitivitysyndrome can be fatal.

Before taking this medicine inform your doctor of the following conditions mentioned below:

• If you have kidney or liver disease.
• If you are already prone to epileptic or other kinds of seizure attacks.
• If you have diabetes.
• If you have depression, mood disorders, or harbor thoughts of suicide.
• If you are pregnant, are planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

The daily dosage for Gabagesic M 300 Mg/500 Mg Tablet in adults is about 300mg to 600mg about three times a day. Measure your dose with a cup or a spoon or a syringe. The gaps between the three doses should not exceed 12 hours. This drug can be taken with or without food. In case of a missed dose take it as soon as possible. Do not drug overdose. If already time for your next dose skip it. Contact your doctor instantly in the case of drug overdose.

Information given here is based on the salt and content of the medicine. Effect and uses of medicine may vary from person to person. It is advicable to consult a Neurologist before using this medicine.

Uses: 

• Epilepsy

Gabagesic M 300 Mg/500 Mg Tablet is used in the treatment of epilepsy which is a brain disorder characterized by uncontrolled jerking movements and loss of consciousness.

• Postherpetic Neuralgia

Gabagesic M 300 Mg/500 Mg Tablet is used in the treatment complication of shingles, which is caused by the chickenpox virus characterized by pain or burning sensation of the skin.

Side Effects:

In addition to its intended effect, Gabagesic M 300 Mg/500 Mg Tablet may cause some unwanted effects too. In such cases, you must seek medical attention immediately. This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

• Dizziness

MajorCommon

• Uncontrolled eye movements

MajorCommon

• Agitation and anxiety

MajorCommon

Especially in children

• Restlessness

MajorCommon

Especially in children

• Hyperactivity

MajorCommon

Especially in children

• Unusual tiredness and weakness

MajorLess Common

• Irritability

MajorLess Common

• Blurred vision

MinorCommon

• Lower back pain

MinorCommon

• Tremors

MinorCommon

• Increased appetite

MinorLess Common

• Change in vision

MinorLess Common

• Dry mouth

MinorLess Common

• Weight gain

MinorLess Common