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Gabalept is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Neuropathic Pain, Epilepsy. Secondary and off-label uses of Gabalept have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Gabalept depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Gabalept have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Gabalept go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Gabalept has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Gabalept related warnings talks about Gabalept's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Gabalept can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gabalept in conditions like Kidney Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Gabalept are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Gabalept with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Gabalept, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Gabalept is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gabalept is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Gabalept safe for pregnant women?
Gabalept may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Gabalept, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Gabalept safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Gabalept. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Gabalept on the Kidneys?
Gabalept has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gabalept on the Liver?
Using Gabalept does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Gabalept on the Heart?
You can take Gabalept without any fear of damage to the heart.
Gabalept should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gabalept unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gabalept habit forming or addictive?
Yes, Gabalept can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Gabalept as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Gabalept only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Gabalept has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gabalept
Taking Gabalept with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gabalept
Taking alcohol with Gabalept can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Neurontin® (gabapentin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 419-420
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 605-606
