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Product trade name: Dom-Gabapentin
Pharmaceutical active ingredients containing related brand and generic drugs, medications or other health care products: Dom-Gabapentin available forms, composition, doses: Dom-Gabapentin destination | category: Indications and usages, anatomical therapeutic chemical and diseases classification codes: Pharmaceutical companies, researchers, developers, manufacturers, distributors and suppliers: Online pharmacy, drugstores, pharma, health and beauty shops selling this or related pharmaceutical products: There is an additional general information about this medication active ingredient gabapentin: Pharmacological action Dom-Gabapentin is an antiepileptic drug. Chemical structure is similar to GABA fulfilling the function of the inhibitory neurotransmitter in the CNS. It is believed that the mechanism of action of gabapentin is different from other anticonvulsants acting through GABA synapses (including valproate, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, inhibitors of GABA-transaminase, inhibitors of GABA capture, GABA agonists and prodrugs of GABA). In in vitro studies showed that gabapentin is characterized by the presence of a new peptide binding sites in the brain tissues of rats, including the hippocampus and cerebral cortex, which may be relevant to the anticonvulsant activity of gabapentin and its derivatives. Gabapentin in clinically relevant concentrations is not associated with other conventional drugs and neurotransmitter receptors in the brain. The final mechanism of action of gabapentin is not defined. Pharmacokinetics Dom-Gabapentin is absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. After oral administration of gabapentin Cmax in plasma achieved within 2-3 hours. The absolute bioavailability of approximately 60%. Taking of this medication in conjunction with food (including a high-fat) does not affect the pharmacokinetics of gabapentin. Gabapentin is not bound to plasma proteins and has Vd 57.7 l. Dom-Gabapentin is excreted only by the kidneys. Signs of biotransformation of gabapentin in the human body were not found. Gabapentin is removed from plasma by hemodialysis. The concentrations of gabapentin in the plasma of children were similar to those of adults. Why is Dom-Gabapentin prescribed? Treatment of neuropathic pain in adults over the age of 18 years; monotherapy of partial seizures with secondary generalization and without its fot children and adults older than 12 years; as an adjunct in the treatment of partial seizures with secondary generalization and without its for adults and children aged 3 years and older. Dosage and administration Dosing regimen of Dom-Gabapentin is individual, depending on the indications and treatment regimens. Dom-Gabapentin side effects, adverse reactions CNS and peripheral nervous system: amnesia, ataxia, confusion, impaired coordination, depression, dizziness, dysarthria, nervous hyperexcitability, nystagmus, drowsiness, impaired thinking, tremor, muscle cramps, amblyopia, diplopia, hyperkinesia, strengthening, weakening or absence of reflexes, paresthesia, anxiety, hostility, impaired gait. Digestive system: change in staining of teeth, diarrhea, increased appetite, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, flatulence, anorexia, gingivitis, abdominal pain, pancreatitis, changes in liver function tests. Hemopoietic system: leucopenia, decrease the number of leukocytes, thrombocytopenic purpura. Respiratory system: rhinitis, pharyngitis, cough, pneumonia. Musculoskeletal system: myalgia, arthralgia, bone fractures. Cardiovascular: hypertension, manifestations of vasodilation. Urinary system: urinary tract infections, urinary incontinence. Allergic reactions: erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Dermatological reactions: maceration of the skin, acne, itching, rash. Other: back pain, fatigue, peripheral edema, impotence, fatigue, malaise, swelling of the face, increase in body weight, accidental injury, asthenia, flu-like syndrome, fluctuations in blood glucose in children - a viral infection, otitis media. Dom-Gabapentin contraindications Hypersensitivity to gabapentin. Using during pregnancy and breastfeeding Adequate and well-controlled studies on the safety of gabapentin during pregnancy and lactation in humans has not been conducted. If necessary use Dom-Gabapentin during pregnancy and lactation patients should carefully weigh the potential benefits of therapy for the mother and the potential risk to the fetus or infant. Gabapentin is excreted in breast milk. When this drug used in the lactation period, the character of the action of gabapentin on the infant is not defined. Category effects on the fetus by FDA - C. Special instructions Abrupt discontinuation of therapy by anticonvulsant drugs in patients with partial seizures may provoke a convulsive status. If necessary to reduce the dose of Dom-Gabapentin, to cancel or replace it with an alternative means it should be phased over a minimum of 1 week. Gabapentin is not an effective drug for treatment of absence seizures. For patients with impaired renal function and patients in hemodialysis it requires correction of dosing regimen. Elderly patients may require correction of the dosing regimen of gabapentin due to the fact that such patients may decrease renal clearance. The efficacy and safety of neuropathic pain treatment in patients under age 18 is not defined. During the period of treatment it is necessary to avoid taking alcohol. Prior to determining individual response to treatment the patient should refrain from potentially dangerous activities coupled with the need to focus and improve the speed of psychomotor reactions. Dom-Gabapentin drug interactions Simultaneous administration of Dom-Gabapentin with: Dom-Gabapentin in case of emergency / overdose There was reported an acute overdose while taking 49 g of gabapentin. Symptoms: double vision, slurred speech, drowsiness, lethargy, diarrhea. Treatment: maintenance therapy, hemodialysis.
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Cathy Frohwerk 22 Feb 2008, 16:08
My husband is taking Gabapentin 300mg three times a day due to an accient
March 2006 and we would like to know what kind of sideeffects this drug has
and what are the long trerm usage does it have. Thank you Cathy Frohwerk
e-mail pcfrohwerk@hotmail.com or Perry & Cathy Frohwerk Box 58 Hazlet SK S0N 1N0
Jagged 03 Mar 2008, 06:07
Hi Cathy, try to use this general information:
nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/medmaster/a694007.html
paulette gingras 08 Sep 2009, 19:47
i im taking gabapentin i want to know what kind of sideeffects and how it
works. i have very sore arm from lifting and the pain to so bad sometimes
the doctor gave me these and i would like to know something about them.
thank you
Ms. Luba Atamanenko 24 Sep 2009, 00:17
My doctor gave me this medication. I take 300 mg three times daily but see
no change in my condition. What are the side effects? I find that my pain
is the same except that I am unsteady on my feet and feel really dopey all
the time.
Gordo 17 Jan 2010, 09:46
My doctor prescribed me these 100mg caps 3 times daily and i would like to
know how they work, side effects, and what they are ex.(painkiller?)
nathalie marsolais 29 Mar 2010, 04:55
My doctor prescribed me 100 mg capsules 3 times a day. I really need to
know the side effects because I have trouble standing up or walking in a
straight line ect I am very dizzy at times specially when up!
Murray78264.stang@sasktel.net 19 Aug 2010, 04:28
I am also taking 100mg 3 times a day and would also like to know the long
term effects it may have.
bev 15 Apr 2011, 00:11
I have been taking gabapentin 100mg 3 times a day for pinched nerve in neck
for 6 weeks. I had pain in my left arm and hand also pain in my shoulders,
the pain has gone away in my arm but still have pain in my wrist and hand.
I had a MRI showed 5 and 6. I am a senior so just dont know what to do.
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