GABIX 300mg 300mg

Indication

GABIX 300 mg (gabapentin) is an anticonvulsant used as adjunctive therapy for partial seizures with or without secondary generalisation in adults and children over 6 years. Also used for peripheral neuropathic pain (diabetic neuropathy, post-herpetic neuralgia) in adults.

Ingredients

• Gabapentin

Direction

Epilepsy (adults and children over 12): Start 300 mg three times daily on Day 1-3, titrate to 900–3,600 mg/day in 3 divided doses. Neuropathic pain (adults): Start 300 mg Day 1, titrate to 1,800 mg/day over 3 days. Maximum: 3,600 mg/day. Reduce dose in renal impairment.

Side effects

• Somnolence
• dizziness
• and fatigue.
• Ataxia and coordination problems.
• Weight gain.
• Peripheral oedema.
• Nausea and vomiting.
• Nystagmus.

Precautions

• Do not stop abruptly — taper to avoid withdrawal seizures.
• May cause somnolence and dizziness — avoid driving until effects known.
• Dose reduction required in renal impairment.
• Risk of misuse
• dependence
• and respiratory depression (especially with opioids).
• Monitor for suicidal ideation.
• Keep out of reach of children.