Pentanerv-NT Tablet

Combination: Gabapentin + Nortriptyline
Use: Treatment of neuropathic pain (nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles, spinal injury).

Key Benefits:

• Reduces chronic nerve pain, mood changes, and sleep disturbances.

• Blocks pain signals in damaged nerves and the brain.

Dosage:

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

• Do not crush/chew.

• Fixed timing ensures consistent blood levels.

Side Effects:

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

• Serious (rare): Mood changes (suicidal thoughts), liver issues (jaundice), low white blood cells.

Warnings:

• Avoid alcohol (increases drowsiness).

• Do not drive (impairs alertness).

• Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Unsafe (consult doctor).

• Kidney/Liver Disease: Dose adjustment needed (avoid in severe liver disease).

Missed Dose?

• Take ASAP. Skip if close to next dose; never double dose.

Key Mechanism:

• Gabapentin: Modulates calcium channels to reduce nerve pain.

• Nortriptyline: Boosts serotonin/noradrenaline to block pain signals.

Note: Do not stop suddenly—taper under medical supervision.