Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR
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Product introduction
Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR is a medicine used to relieve the pain caused by nerve damage (neuropathic pain) due to various conditions like diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster infection), spinal cord injury, etc. It is also used to treat certain types of seizures (fits) in combination with other medicines.
Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR is used to treat epilepsy, nerve pain and anxiety (fear and nervousness) disorders
Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR is used to treat epilepsy, nerve pain and anxiety (fear and nervousness) disorders
Uses of Gabastar Tablet SR
Benefits of Gabastar Tablet SR
In Treatment of Neuropathic pain
Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR is used to treat long-lasting (chronic) pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles, or spinal cord injury. It reduces pain and its associated symptoms such as mood changes, sleep problems, and tiredness. It is thought to work by interfering with pain signals that travel through the damaged nerves and the brain. Taking this medicine regularly will improve your physical and social functioning and overall quality of life. It takes a few weeks to work so you need to take it regularly even if you feel it is not doing any good. Once your symptoms have gone you should still keep taking the medicine until your doctor advises you to stop.
In Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures
Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR belongs to a group of medicines called anticonvulsants which is used to treat some forms of epilepsy in adults. It is thought to work by slowing down nerve impulses in the brain which cause seizures (fits). It helps reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety. It will help you go about your daily activities with more confidence and may allow you to do some activities that you would otherwise be forbidden or scared to do (such as swimming and driving). It can take a few weeks for this medicine to work and during this time you may still have seizures. Do not stop using this medicine even if you feel well until your doctor advises you to. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.
Side effects of Gabastar Tablet SR
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Gabastar
- Viral infection
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Impaired coordination
- Fatigue
- Fever
How to use Gabastar Tablet SR
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Gabastar Tablet SR works
Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR is an antiepileptic medication. When given for epilepsy, it is believed to work by reducing the abnormal electrical activity in the brain, thus preventing seizures. It is also used to treat nerve pain where it blocks pain by interfering with pain signals traveling through the damaged nerves and the brain.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Baby should be monitored for excessive sleepiness and weight gain.
Baby should be monitored for excessive sleepiness and weight gain.
Driving
UNSAFE
Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Take it at the same time every day, preferably at bedtime, to avoid any dizziness or drowsiness during the day.
- Avoid taking antacids 2 hours before or after taking Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR as they make it harder for your body to absorb the medicine.
- It may cause sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
- Do not stop taking Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the frequency of seizure.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Gamma Amino Acids Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Alpha 2 delta ligands (AED)
Patient concerns
FAQs
I have been prescribed Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR for pain. When will I start feeling better?
It varies from person to person. Some people take about a week or two before noticing relief in pain. Whereas, some people may see an improvement straight away. It is recommended that you take Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR only for nerve pain and as advised by your doctor.
I think I have gained weight since I started taking Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR. Can this be because of Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR?
Yes, Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR may cause weight gain because it increases your hunger. Regular physical exercise and a balanced diet with low calorie food may help you maintain a stable weight. Consult a dietitian if you have any further concerns to keep your weight stable.
For how long do I need to take Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR?
Your doctor will decide the duration of the treatment based on your condition and your response to the treatment. For instance, if you have been prescribed Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR for epilepsy, you may have to take it for a long time, maybe years even if your seizures are controlled. Whereas, if you are taking it for nerve pain and it has relieved your pain, you may have to take it for several months only.
What are the serious side effects that may occur while taking Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR?
Taking Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR may cause yellowing of the skin or eyes (warning signs of jaundice), trouble in breathing or talking and tightness in chest or throat (suggestive of serious allergic skin reactions). It may provoke suicidal thoughts and cause unusual bruises or bleeding which may be due to blood disorder. Other serious side effects may include muscle weakness and pain, fever which could lead to kidney failure, long-lasting stomach pain, nausea and vomiting (suggestive of pancreatitis and rash).
Is Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR habit forming?
No, it will not be addictive if you take it as per your doctor’s recommendations. However, physical dependence has been reported in people who had taken more than the recommended dose of Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR or had used Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR for illnesses it is not approved for.
I am taking Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR for nerve pain. Can I take it off and on?
No, Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR is not a simple pain reliever. It is important that you follow your doctor’s advice strictly. Taking it off and on may not give you the desired results and may worsen your pain.
What if somebody takes more than the recommended dose of Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR?
A higher than the recommended dose of Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR may cause faintness, dizziness, double vision, unclear speech, drowsiness, tiredness and mild diarrhea. The person requires immediate medical attention by a doctor or in a nearby hospital.
What should I tell my doctor before taking this medicine?
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines including medicines for epilepsy or seizures, medicines used to thin your blood (e.g., warfarin), birth control pills, medicines to control bacterial infection (e.g., chloramphenicol, metronidazole, and doxycycline), medicines to control viral infection (e.g., nelfinavir), asthma medicines (e.g., theophylline and montelukast), etc. Also, inform your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding. Further, you should tell the doctor if you have ever had liver problems, kidney problems, lung problems, or porphyria (a rare blood pigment disorder).
What should I avoid while taking Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR?
If Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR makes you feel sleepy, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery. Alcohol consumption should be avoided since taking both together may cause excessive sleepiness.
Does Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR reduce the efficiency of oral birth control pills?
No, Gabastar 600mg Tablet SR does not have any effect on oral birth control pills.
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