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Gavafit Benefits & Uses

Gavafit is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Gavafit Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Neuropathic (Nerve) Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Methylcobalamin (1500 mcg), Pregabalin (150 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Neuropathic (Nerve) Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Methylcobalamin (1500 mcg), Pregabalin (150 mg)/Tablet

Gavafit Related Warnings

Is the use of Gavafit safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Gavafit. It is best to stop taking Gavafit immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Gavafit safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Gavafit. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Gavafit on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Gavafit on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Gavafit on the Liver?

Gavafit is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Gavafit on the Heart?

Using Gavafit does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Gavafit with Other Drugs

Gavafit should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Captopril

Lorazepam

Moderate

Pentazocine

Codeine

Gavafit Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gavafit unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Suicidal Tendency
Heart Failure
Depression
Glaucoma

Frequently asked Questions about Gavafit

Is this Gavafit habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Gavafit is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Gavafit as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Gavafit should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Gavafit cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Gavafit Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gavafit

Taking Gavafit with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gavafit

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Gavafit as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Gavafit

Question over 5 years ago

How does Gavafit work?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Gavafit works by forming myelin sheath which is used to cover and protect the nerve cells. Gavafit is used to revive the nerve cells. In the absence of enough Gavafit, myeline sheath doesn't form properly leading to nerve damage.

Question almost 5 years ago

How can i naturally take methylcobalamin?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Methylcobalamin is abundantly found in eggs, milk, curd, meat (chicken and fish). However, if your levels are very low you are recommended to take medicines as per doctors instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Gavafit be used for the treatment of neck pain?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, the spontaneous pain, tingling, burning and itching associated with neck pain alleviates with the use of the Gavafit.

Question about 5 years ago

What are the different types of neuralgia that can be treated with the Gavafit?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

The Gavafit can be used for the treatment of subacute herpetic neuralgia (pain that persists for 30 to 120 days following a rash by herpes zoster), glossopharyngeal neuralgia (extreme pain at the back of the tongue, throat or ears) and trigeminal neuralgia (extreme pain caused via trigeminal nerve from face to the brain).

Question over 5 years ago

What is Gavafit?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Gavafit is an active form of vitamin B12. It is available in the form of oral, parenteral, and sublingual (under the tongue) formulations. It is used to treat B12 deficiency, Alzheimer's disease, diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage due to diabetes), visual function, rheumatoid arthritis, Bell's Palsy (facial paralysis or temporary weakness of the facial muscles), sleep-wake rhythm (irregular sleeping pattern) disorder and neuropathic pain.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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