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Uses of Gabastar 100

Neuropathic pain
Epilepsy/Seizures

Side effects of Gabastar 100

Dizziness
Fatigue
Fever
Impaired coordination
Nausea
Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)
Peripheral edema
Sleepiness
Viral infection
Vomiting

How to use Gabastar 100

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 100 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Gabastar 100 works

Gabastar 100 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 travelling through the damaged nerves and the brain.

What if you forget to take Gabastar 100?

If you miss a dose of Gabastar 100, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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 100 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 100 suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may increase the frequency of seizure.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: Gabastar 100 may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Gabastar 100 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Gabastar 100 is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.\nBaby should be monitored for excessive sleepiness and weight gain.
UNSAFE – Driving: Gabastar 100 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION – Kidney: Gabastar 100 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gabastar 100 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Gabastar 100 in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.