Gelixta

Walton Healthcare Pvt. Ltd

Composition for Gelixta Products

Gelixta Products are primarily used for

Neuropathic pain, Epilepsy/Seizures

About Gelixta Products

Uses of Gelixta Products

Gabapentin is used in the treatment of neuropathic pain and epilepsy/seizures.

Gelixta Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Gelixta are Dizziness, Fatigue, Fever, Sleepiness, Viral infection, Decreased white blood cell count, Pneumonia, Respiratory tract infection, Urinary tract infection, Otitis media (infection of ear), Decreased appetite, Increased appetite, Abnormality of voluntary movements, Visual disturbance, Vertigo, Facial swelling, Joint pain, Muscle pain, Impotence.

How Gelixta Products work

Gabapentin 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.

Patient Concerns about Gelixta Products

Frequently asked questions about Gelixta Products

Frequently asked questions about Gabapentin

Q. I have been prescribed Gelixta 300mg Tablet 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 Gelixta 300mg Tablet only for nerve pain and as advised by your doctor.
Q. I think I have gained weight since I started taking Gelixta 300mg Tablet. Can this be because of Gelixta 300mg Tablet?
Yes, Gelixta 300mg Tablet 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.
Q. For how long do I need to take Gelixta 300mg Tablet?
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 Gelixta 300mg Tablet 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.
Q. What are the serious side effects that may occur while taking Gelixta 300mg Tablet?
Taking Gelixta 300mg Tablet 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).
Q. Is Gelixta 300mg Tablet 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 Gelixta 300mg Tablet or had used Gelixta 300mg Tablet for illnesses it is not approved for.
Q. I am taking Gelixta 300mg Tablet for nerve pain. Can I take it off and on?
No, Gelixta 300mg Tablet 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.
Q. What if somebody takes more than the recommended dose of Gelixta 300mg Tablet?
A higher than the recommended dose of Gelixta 300mg Tablet 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.
Q. 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).
Q. What should I avoid while taking Gelixta 300mg Tablet?
If Gelixta 300mg Tablet makes you feel sleepy, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery. Alcohol consumption should be avoided since taking both together may cause excessive sleepiness.
Q. Does Gelixta 300mg Tablet reduce the efficiency of oral birth control pills?
No, Gelixta 300mg Tablet does not have any effect on oral birth control pills.

Products for Gelixta

Gelixta 300mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
Walton Healthcare Pvt. Ltd
MRP
97
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