In Treatment of Neuropathic pain

• Gabimax 100mg Tablet is used to treat long-lasting (chronic) pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles, or spinal cord injury.
• It reduces pain and its associated symptoms such as mood changes, sleep problems, and tiredness. It is thought to work by interfering with pain signals that travel through the damaged nerves and the brain.
• Taking this medicine regularly will improve your physical and social functioning and overall quality of life.
• It takes a few weeks to work so you need to take it regularly even if you feel it is not doing any good.
• Once your symptoms have gone you should still keep taking the medicine until your doctor advises you to stop.

Gabimax 100mg 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.

• Overdose: An overdose causes double vision, slurred speech, drowsiness, laziness or sometimes diarrhoea. Consult the doctor if you experience such symptoms or visit the nearest hospital.
• Missed a Dose: If you have missed taking a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dosing schedule. Avoid taking a double dose to compensate for the missed one.

• 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.

• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Fever
• Impaired coordination
• Nausea
• Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)
• Peripheral edema
• Sleepiness
• Viral infection
• Vomiting

Tell your doctor if you have or had a condition such as,

• threatened abortion (potential miscarriage)
• an overactive thyroid gland (thyrotoxicosis)
• diabetes

I have been prescribed Gabimax 100mg Tablet for pain. When will I start feeling better?

It varies from person to person. Some people take about a week or two before noticing relief in pain. Whereas, some people may see an improvement straight away. It is recommended that you take Gabimax 100mg Tablet only for nerve pain and as advised by your doctor.

I think I have gained weight since I started taking Gabimax 100mg Tablet. Can this be because of Gabimax 100mg Tablet?

Yes, Gabimax 100mg 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 100mg 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 100mg 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.

What are the serious side effects that may occur while taking Gabimax 100mg Tablet?

Taking Gabimax 100mg Tablet may cause yellowing of the skin or eyes (warning signs of jaundice), trouble in breathing or talking and tightness in chest or throat (suggestive of serious allergic skin reactions). It may provoke suicidal thoughts and cause unusual bruises or bleeding which may be due to blood disorder. Other serious side effects may include muscle weakness and pain, fever which could lead to kidney failure, long-lasting stomach pain, nausea and vomiting (suggestive of pancreatitis and rash).

Is Gabimax 100mg Tablet habit forming?

No, it will not be addictive if you take it as per your doctor’s recommendations. However, physical dependence has been reported in people who had taken more than the recommended dose of Gabimax 100mg Tablet or had used Gabimax 100mg Tablet for illnesses it is not approved for.

I am taking Gabimax 100mg Tablet for nerve pain. Can I take it off and on?

No, Gabimax 100mg Tablet is not a simple pain reliever. It is important that you follow your doctor’s advice strictly. Taking it off and on may not give you the desired results and may worsen your pain.

What if somebody takes more than the recommended dose of Gabimax 100mg Tablet?

A higher than the recommended dose of Gabimax 100mg Tablet may cause faintness, dizziness, double vision, unclear speech, drowsiness, tiredness and mild diarrhea. The person requires immediate medical attention by a doctor or in a nearby hospital.

What should I tell my doctor before taking this medicine?

Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines including medicines for epilepsy or seizures, medicines used to thin your blood (e.g., warfarin), birth control pills, medicines to control bacterial infection (e.g., chloramphenicol, metronidazole, and doxycycline), medicines to control viral infection (e.g., nelfinavir), asthma medicines (e.g., theophylline and montelukast), etc. Also, inform your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding. Further, you should tell the doctor if you have ever had liver problems, kidney problems, lung problems, or porphyria (a rare blood pigment disorder).

What should I avoid while taking Gabimax 100mg Tablet?

If Gabimax 100mg Tablet makes you feel sleepy, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery. Alcohol consumption should be avoided since taking both together may cause excessive sleepiness.

Does Gabimax 100mg Tablet reduce the efficiency of oral birth control pills?

No, Gabimax 100mg Tablet does not have any effect on oral birth control pills.