Gabastar NT 100mg/10mg Tablet

Composition: Gabapentin (100mg) + Nortriptyline (10mg)
Use: Treatment of chronic neuropathic pain (nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles, spinal injury).

Key Points:

• How it works:

  • Gabapentin modulates calcium channels to reduce pain signals.

  • Nortriptyline (antidepressant) increases serotonin/noradrenaline to block pain in the brain.

• Dosage:

  • Take orally, with/without food, preferably at night.

  • Do not stop suddenly (risk of worsened symptoms).

• Side Effects:

  • Common: Dizziness, sleepiness, dry mouth, constipation, weight gain, blurred vision.

  • Serious (report to doctor): Mood changes (e.g., suicidal thoughts), jaundice, irregular heartbeat.

• Precautions:

  • Avoid alcohol (increases drowsiness).

  • Unsafe for driving (impairs alertness).

  • Kidney/Liver disease: Dose adjustment needed. Avoid in severe liver disease.

  • Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Not recommended (potential risk to baby).

• Missed Dose:

  • Take ASAP, but skip if close to next dose. Never double dose.

Lifestyle Tips:

• Manage weight gain with diet/exercise.

• Rise slowly to avoid dizziness (orthostatic hypotension).

Consult your doctor before starting/stopping the medication or if side effects persist.