Gabastar NT 400 Tablet

Description

Gabastar NT 400mg/10mg Tablet

Combination: Gabapentin (400mg) + 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 nerve pain signals.

  • Nortriptyline increases serotonin/noradrenaline to block pain perception in the brain.

• Dosage:

  • Take once daily at night, with/without food.

  • Swallow whole; do not crush/chew.

  • 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 (suicidal thoughts), irregular heartbeat, severe dizziness, liver problems (jaundice).

• Precautions:

  • Avoid alcohol (increases drowsiness).

  • Not safe for pregnant/breastfeeding women unless prescribed.

  • Caution in kidney/liver disease (dose adjustment may be needed).

  • Do not drive or operate machinery (may impair alertness).

• Missed Dose:

  • Take as soon as remembered. Skip if close to next dose. Do not double dose.

Warning:

• May cause weight gain (manage with diet/exercise).

• Monitor for mood changes (risk of depression/suicidal thoughts).

Consult your doctor before use if you have other medical conditions or take additional medications (risk of interactions).