Product Description

Gabapentin 200 mg Tablets contain gabapentin, a prescription medicine used to manage certain types of nerve pain and seizures. It helps regulate abnormal nerve signals and may reduce pain caused by irritated or damaged nerves.

Uses

• Neuropathic (nerve) pain

• Certain types of seizures

• Nerve pain associated with conditions such as diabetes or shingles, as prescribed

How It Works

Gabapentin affects the transmission of pain and abnormal electrical signals in the nervous system. This helps reduce excessive nerve activity and may relieve nerve-related pain and seizures.

Benefits

• Helps relieve nerve-related pain

• May reduce burning, tingling, or shooting nerve pain

• Helps control certain types of seizures

• Supports better management of chronic neuropathic symptoms

How to Use

Take Gabapentin 200 mg exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet with water and take it at the recommended times each day. It may be taken with or without food. Do not stop treatment suddenly without medical advice.

Side Effects

Common side effects may include:

• Dizziness

• Drowsiness or sleepiness

• Fatigue

• Headache

• Blurred vision

• Swelling of the hands or feet
  Seek medical attention if you experience severe allergic reactions, breathing difficulties, extreme sleepiness, or significant mood or behavioural changes.

Safety Advice

• Gabapentin may cause dizziness or drowsiness; avoid driving until you know how it affects you.

• Avoid excessive alcohol, as it can increase drowsiness and dizziness.

• Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, as the dose may require adjustment.

• Tell your doctor about all medicines and supplements you take, especially sedatives or opioid pain medicines.

• Do not stop gabapentin suddenly without consulting your doctor.

• Report new or worsening depression, unusual mood changes, or thoughts of self-harm immediately.

• Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before use.

Storage Condition

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date.

FAQs

Can gabapentin cause drowsiness? 

Yes. Drowsiness, dizziness, or unsteadiness may occur. Avoid driving if affected.

Can I stop taking gabapentin when I feel better? 

Do not stop it suddenly. Your doctor may need to reduce the dose gradually.

Can Gabapentin be used for diabetic nerve pain? 

Yes. A doctor may prescribe it for neuropathic pain associated with diabetes.

Can Gabapentin be stopped suddenly? 

No. Sudden discontinuation can cause problems and may increase seizure risk in people taking it for epilepsy.

Does Gabapentin affect the kidneys? 

It is eliminated mainly through the kidneys, so people with reduced kidney function may need a dose adjustment.

Can Gabapentin be taken with other medicines? 

It can interact with medicines that cause drowsiness, including opioids and sedatives. Tell your doctor about all medicines you take.

Can Gabapentin be taken with food? 

Yes. It can generally be taken with or without food.

Can Gabapentin be used during pregnancy?

Discuss pregnancy or breastfeeding with your doctor before use. Do not stop prescribed treatment without medical guidance.