Gabapin ME 100 Tablet (Gabapentin 100mg/Methylcobalamin 150mcg)
Price range: $36.00 through $95.00
| Country of Origin | India |
|---|---|
| Dosage Form | tablet |
| Generic Name | Gabapentin |
| Indication | Neuropathic pain |
| Manufacturer | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Packaging | 10 tablets in a strip |
| Composition | Gabapentin (100mg) + Methylcobalamin (500mcg) |
| Gabapin ME 100 Tablet (Gabapentin 100mg/Methylcobalamin 150mcg) | |||
| Pack Size | Price | Price/Unit | Add To Cart |
| 30 Tablet/s | $36.00 (1.2/unit) | $1.2 | |
| 60 Tablet/s | $68.00 (1.13/unit) | $1.13 | |
| 90 Tablet/s | $95.00 (1.06/unit) | $1.06 | |
Gabapin ME 100
Gabapin ME 100 Strip Of 10 Tablets is a combination of Gabapentin and Methylcobalamin. Gabapin ME 100 Tablet is a combination medicine used for the treatment of neuropathic pain. This medicine decreases pain by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells.
Gabapin ME 100 Tablet is taken by mouth with or without food, preferably at bedtime. It is advised to take medicine at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor.
Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, peripheral edema, ataxia, blurred vision, fever and nystagmus (involuntary eye movement). It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts.
Before taking the medicine you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. It can usually be mixed safely with other medicines but some drugs (including antacids and alcohol) do affect the way it works and can increase the chance of side effects.
Uses of Gabapin Me 100 mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Contraindications of Gabapin Me 100 mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
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If you are allergic to gabapentin, methylcobalamin, this medicine or any of the ingredients of this medicine
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If you have an eye disorder, due to excess consumption of tobacco especially cigar and pipe
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This medicine is not meant to treat anaemia, especially in pregnant women
Side effects of Gabapin Me 100 mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Confusion, depression, headache, dizziness and difficulty in movement
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Chest pain, feeling sick, tiredness, muscle and joint pain and fatigue
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Swelling of face and body parts, weight variations, rashes and itching
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Diarrhoea, constipation, indigestion, vomiting, dry mouth and sore throat
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Infection of eyes, lungs, throat, airways and urinary tract
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Blurred vision, high blood pressure, spinning of head and low blood sugar
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Precautions and Warnings of Gabapin Me 100 mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
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It is recommended not to breastfeed during the treatment as it may harm the newborn baby.
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Your doctor will decide whether to discontinue breastfeeding or this medicine after accessing the benefits over risk.
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
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If you experience behavioral change and have suicidal thoughts after taking this medicine
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If you have a heart, kidney, liver, brain or breathing disorder
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If you develop stomach pain and discomfort after taking this medicine
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If you are an older adult, the risk of getting side effects are more
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If you experience severe allergic reactions like breathing difficulties, swelling and low blood pressure, immediately inform your doctor
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This medicine should not be stopped as it may lead to side effects like fits and other mental disturbances
Mode of Action of Gabapin Me 100 mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
How Does It Work?
Methylcobalamine is a form of vitamin B12 which helps in the formation of nerve cells and regeneration of damaged nerves in the brain. The exact mechanism of how gabapentin works is not known. However, it is known to act on specific receptors in the brain and reduce the release of chemicals in the brain responsible for the sensation of pain.
Directions for Use of Gabapin Me 100mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Take this medicine as a whole with sufficient amount of water
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This medicine can be taken with or without meals
Interactions of Gabapin Me 100mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
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You may experience drowsiness if you are taking medicines like Morphine, you may require a lower dose of this medicine, talk to your doctor
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You may experience mood swings, anxiety and irritability if you are taking medicines to treat fits like Phenobarbitone, Primidone, Phenytoin and Ethyl phenacemide
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Antacids should be taken with a gap of two hours after consumption of this medicine
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This medicine should not be taken at the same time with antibiotics especially tetracycline as it can reduce the effectiveness of antibiotics
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Cough medicine like Hydrocodone, cancer medicines especially Methotrexate can reduce the effectiveness of this medicine
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Other medicines like Cholestyramine, Neomycin, Cimetidine, Ranitidine, Metformin and Nitrous oxide can interact with the action of this medicine
Storage and disposal of Gabapin Me 100mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Store this medicine below 30°C and protect it from light
Dosage of Gabapin Me 100mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Overdose
Missed a Dose
If you missed a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.
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