Gabapin NT Tablet
15 Tablet(s) in StripMRP ₹546.50
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General Information
| Uses | Neuropathic pain |
| Therapy | Drugs for peripheral neuropathy |
| Side effects | Sleepiness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea |
| Salt Content | Gabapentin(400.0 Mg)+Nortriptyline(10.0 Mg) |
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Medical Description
Gabapin NT tablet is used to manage neuropathic pain, which occurs due to nerve damage or irritation. It contains gabapentin and nortriptyline as its active ingredients. Gabapentin works by calming overactive nerves, helping to reduce pain signals, while nortriptyline acts on the central nervous system to further relieve discomfort associated with nerve damage. Together, these ingredients provide effective relief from persistent neuropathic pain.
Gabapin NT is commonly prescribed for conditions such as diabetic neuropathy, post-herpetic neuralgia, and nerve pain resulting from injuries or compression. Other tablets with similar compositions include Pentanerv Nt tablet, Laregab Nt tablet, Gabator Nt tablet and Doloneuron Nt 400mg tablet. The combination of gabapentin and nortriptyline helps address both nerve-specific pain and the secondary effects on the nervous system.
It is important to take Gabapin NT exactly as prescribed by your doctor. The dosage and duration will depend on the severity of your condition and your overall health. Do not alter the dose or stop the medicine suddenly without consulting your doctor, as abrupt discontinuation may worsen your symptoms.
Gabapin NT may cause side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, or mild nausea. To minimise these effects, take the medicine at the same time each day, preferably with food, and avoid alcohol. Inform your doctor if you experience persistent or severe side effects, or if you have any pre-existing conditions such as heart, kidney, or liver issues.
Since Gabapentin NT can cause drowsiness, avoid driving, operating heavy machinery, or performing activities that require full attention until you know how the medicine affects you. Maintaining regular follow-ups with your doctor will ensure that the treatment is safe and effective, helping you achieve better control over neuropathic pain.
Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to gabapentin, nortriptyline or any of the other ingredients of Gabapin NT tablet.
- If you are taking certain medicines (MAO Inhibitors) for some psychiatric disorders.
- If you have experienced a recent heart attack, blockage in the heart, the disturbed rhythm of the heart.
Side effects
- Sleepiness
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Reduced alertness
- Change in taste
- Loss of appetite
- Feeling tired or weak
- Rashes
- Changes in vision
- Headache
- Irregular heartbeats
- Dry mouth
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You experience suicidal thoughts or changes in mood and behaviour.
- You have severe kidney disorders, liver disorders or disorders related to Pancreas.
- You suffer problems related to the heart, like blockage of the heart, history of heart failure, and abnormal rhythm of the heart.
- You are taking medicine for psychiatric disorders.
- You have difficulty breathing or other respiratory illnesses.
- You are above 65 years of age.
- You experience abnormal symptoms after taking the medicine, report them to the doctor. Consult the doctor before stopping medicine on your own.
- You are scheduled for surgery or a dental procedure involving local or general anaesthesia.
Directions for Use
- Take Gabapin NT tablet as a whole with a sufficient amount of water as prescribed by your doctor.
- This medicine can be taken with or without meals, preferably at the same time every day.
Storage and disposal
- Store this medicine at a temperature below 30°C
- Keep it away from children and pets
Quick Tips
- Taking Gabapin NT 400mg tablet simultaneously daily is essential for optimal results.
- Practice relaxation techniques, such as yoga, meditation or deep breathing exercises, to help manage overall health.
- Before starting Gabapin NT 400mg tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant, or breastfeeding. If you become pregnant while taking this medicine, stop taking it immediately and consult your doctor.
- If you feel sleepy or dizzy after taking this tablet, avoid driving, operating heavy machinery, or doing tasks that require mental alertness.
- Wear full clothing and apply sunscreen when you go into bright sunlight, as the medicine may make you more sensitive to the sun. Quitting alcohol intake is also advised, as it may worsen the side effects.
- Keep only what you need at home and store it out of reach. Nortriptyline belongs to the tricyclic group, which is dangerous in overdose and disturbs the heart rhythm, so taking too much is an emergency even if the person seems alert.
- Allow two to four weeks before judging it. Nerve pain responds slowly, and doctors usually build the dose up in steps rather than starting at full strength.
- Tell your doctor about dry mouth, constipation, blurred vision, or difficulty passing urine, which come from the nortriptyline and are worth managing rather than enduring.
- Tell your doctor if you have glaucoma, an enlarged prostate, a heart rhythm problem, or epilepsy before starting.
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How does this medicine work?
- Gabapentin acts on your brain and reduces the release of chemicals responsible for the sensation of pain. It also relieves the pain arising due to nerve damage.
- Nortriptyline also acts on your central nervous system and offers relief from neuropathic pain (pain due to nerve damage).
Interactions
Interactions with other drugs
Interactions with food items
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
References:
- Nortriptyline 50mg Film-coated Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 9 December 2021]
- Gabapentin 400 mg capsules - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 9 December 2021]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2021 [cited 9 December 2021]
- Gabapentin [Internet]. Ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021 [cited 9 December 2021]
- Drugs.com. Nortriptyline: Uses, dosage & side effects [Internet]. 2024[cited 23 December 2024].
- Bhatia A, Sethi A, Kaur M, Bansal M, Malhotra S. Nortriptyline and gabapentin, alone and in combination for neuropathic pain: a double-blind, randomised controlled crossover trial J Assoc Physicians India. 2009 Oct;57:713-7. 2024 [cited 23 December 2024].
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:GABAPIN
Manufacturer Name:INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
Address:Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd - Bhagey Khola, Rangpo, East Sikkim-737132, India
Country of Origin:India
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