Gabdew-NT Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Gabapentin (400mg) + Nortriptyline (10mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Leogenic Healthcare Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Gabdew-NT Tablet is a combination medicine used for the treatment of neuropathic pain. This medicine decreases the pain by stopping the movement of pain signals to the brain. Gabdew-NT Tablet is a combination medicine used for the treatment of neuropathic pain. This medicine decreases the pain by stopping the movement of pain signals to the brain.
Gabdew-NT Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Gabapentin and Nortriptyline. Gabapentin is an alpha 2 delta ligand which decreases the pain by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells. Nortriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant which increases the levels of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline) that stop the movement of pain signals in the brain. Together they relieve neuropathic pain (pain from damaged nerves).
What is Gabdew-NT Tablet?
Gabdew-NT Tablet is a combination medication consisting of Gabapentin and Nortriptyline. It is used to treat nerve pain (neuropathic pain) by calming damaged or overactive nerves in the brain, thereby reducing pain sensation.
Can I stop taking Gabdew-NT Tablet when my pain is relieved?
No, it's essential to continue taking Gabdew-NT Tablet as advised by your doctor even if your pain is relieved. Stopping the medication abruptly may lead to withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, sleeping difficulties, nausea, pain, and sweating. You may need to gradually taper the dose before stopping the medication completely.
How to manage weight gain associated with the use of Gabdew-NT Tablet?
To prevent weight gain while taking Gabdew-NT Tablet, try eating a healthy balanced diet without increasing portion sizes. Avoid food items high in calories like soft drinks, oily food, chips, cakes, biscuits, and sweets. If hungry between meals, eat fruits, vegetables, and low-calorie foods. Regular exercise will help prevent weight gain.
Can the use of Gabdew-NT Tablet affect my sexual life?
Yes, Gabdew-NT Tablet can affect both men's and women's sexual lives. Commonly observed problems include decreased sexual desire, erectile dysfunction (inability to develop or maintain an erection during sex), and inability to reach orgasm. It may also cause a decrease in satisfaction and discomfort while intercourse.
Are there any serious side effects associated with the use of Gabdew-NT Tablet?
Serious side effects due to Gabdew-NT Tablet are uncommon but rare. If you experience changes in body temperature, difficulty breathing, increased heartbeat (palpitations), weakness, unsteadiness when walking, reduced coordination or slowed reactions, unusual mood changes, signs of depression, seeing or hearing things that are not there, irrational thinking, blurred or double vision, or sudden episodes of sleep, seek medical attention.
Will Gabdew-NT Tablet be more effective if taken in a higher dose than recommended?
No, taking a higher dose may not be more effective and increases the risk of serious side effects and toxicity. If symptoms are severe or not relieved by the recommended dose, consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
What are the storage conditions for Gabdew-NT Tablet?
Keep tablets in their original pack until it's time to take them. Store them in a cool, dry place, out of sight and reach of children. Dispose of unused medications properly to ensure they cannot be consumed by pets, children, or other people.
Is there anything I need to avoid while taking Gabdew-NT Tablet?
Be careful driving or performing activities requiring alertness, and avoid drinking alcohol. Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may interact with this medication and cause unwanted side effects. Use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors during the day.
How often should I see my doctor?
You may need to see your doctor regularly while taking Gabdew-NT Tablet. Consult your doctor if the recommended dosage does not improve symptoms or you experience unwanted side effects affecting daily activities.
Can the use of Gabdew-NT Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?
Yes, Gabdew-NT Tablet may cause drowsiness or sudden episodes of sleep. Avoid driving a car, operating machinery, working at heights, or participating in potentially dangerous activities until you know how the medication affects you.
How often should I see my doctor?
You may need to see your doctor regularly while taking Gabdew-NT Tablet. Consult your doctor if the recommended dosage does not improve symptoms or you experience unwanted side effects affecting daily activities.
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. Gabdew-NT Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Gabdew-NT Tablet is used to treat certain types of long-lasting pain caused by damage to nerves.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other pain-relieving medicines.
- Along with taking this medicine, your doctor might advise you to undergo physiotherapy to get relief from pain.
- Avoid taking antacids 2 hours before or after taking Gabdew-NT Tablet as they make it harder for your body to absorb the medicine.
- No common side effects listed.
Alcohol
Gabdew-NT Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeed
Gabdew-NT Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Gabdew-NT Tablet 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.
