Gabimax - Anticonvulsants Medication For Epilepsy & Neuropathic Pain

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Gabimax Tablet 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 traveling through the damaged nerves and the brain.

Dose

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose include dizziness, double vision, slurred speech, drowsiness, loss of consciousness, lethargy and mild diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if you experience any such symptoms or reach out to your nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Side Effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them.

• Sleepiness, dizziness
• Dry mouth, constipation, flatulence
• Impaired coordination
• Cough
• Fatigue, fever
• Viral infection
• Back pain, muscle pain
• Vomiting, nausea

Precautions

• It is advised not to take the Gabimax Tablet during pregnancy.
• It is recommended not to breastfeed during the treatment as it may harm the newborn baby.
• While driving, you may experience dizziness, drowsiness, after taking this medicine.
• It is advised not to consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.

Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You develop stomach pain and discomfort after taking this medicine, seek medical help as it can be a sign of pancreatitis.
• Do not stop the medicine abruptly on your own.
• You have a heart, kidney, liver, brain or breathing disorder.
• You have any other type of seizures such as absence seizure.
• You are an elderly person.
• You experience severe allergic reactions like breathing difficulties, swelling and low blood pressure, immediately inform your doctor.
• You are on any opioid painkiller medicine such as morphine.
• You experience behavioral change and have suicidal thoughts after taking this medicine.

Faqs

Can GABIMAX be stopped abruptly?

No. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly, as this may lead to a breakthrough seizure. Continue to take this medicine, as long as your doctor tells you to do so, to obtain better results.

Can GABIMAX raise blood sugar?

Currently, there are no enough evidence regarding the action of gabapentin on blood sugar levels. However, if you experience increased sugar levels, contact your doctor immediately.

Can GABIMAX be taken on empty stomach?

Yes. This medicine can be taken with or without food.

Can GABIMAX raise blood pressure?

Yes. This medicine may cause high blood pressure in some individuals. If this symptom bothers you, contact your doctor.

I think I have gained weight since I started taking Gabimax Tablet. Can this be because of Gabimax Tablet?

Yes, Gabimax Tablet may cause weight gain because it increases your hunger. Regular physical exercise and a balanced diet with low calorie food may help you maintain a stable weight. Consult a dietitian if you have any further concerns to keep your weight stable.

For how long do I need to take Gabimax Tablet?

Your doctor will decide the duration of the treatment based on your condition and your response to the treatment. For instance, if you have been prescribed Gabimax Tablet for epilepsy, you may have to take it for a long time, maybe years even if your seizures are controlled. Whereas, if you are taking it for nerve pain and it has relieved your pain, you may have to take it for several months only.