Brand Name
Novo-Gabapentin
Common Name
gabapentin
In this drug factsheet:
DIN (Drug Identification Number)| 02244513 | NOVO-GABAPENTIN 100MG CAPSULE |
| 02244514 | NOVO-GABAPENTIN 300MG CAPSULE |
| 02244515 | NOVO-GABAPENTIN 400MG CAPSULE |
| 02248457 | NOVO-GABAPENTIN TABLETS (600MG) |
| 02247346 | NOVO-GABAPENTIN TABLETS (800MG) |
How does this medication work? What will it do for me?
Gabapentin belongs to the class of medications called anti-epileptics. It is used for the management and prevention of seizures associated with epilepsy, often in combination with other seizure-control medications. Gabapentin does not cure epilepsy and only works to control seizures as long as the medication is taken. Gabapentin works by affecting the transmission of nerve signals in the brain.
Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than the ones listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
Do not give this medication to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to take this medication if their doctor has not prescribed it.
How should I use this medication?
The usual recommended adult dose of gabapentin begins with 300 mg to 400 mg daily and increases to as much as 600 mg 3 times daily, according to individual need and as prescribed by the doctor. The maximum daily dose is 2,400 mg taken in 3 equal doses of 800 mg each.
The recommended dose for children over the age of 12 is 900 mg to 1,200 mg daily. Doses greater than 1,200 mg per day have not been studied in children.
Gabapentin may be taken with or without food.
Many things can affect the dose of a medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.
It is important that this medication be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you forget a dose of this medication, take it as soon as you remember. If it is less than 3 hours until your next scheduled dose, take the medication right away and then wait 3 hours before taking the next dose. Then go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Store this medication at room temperature and keep it out of the reach of children.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
What form(s) does this medication come in?
Capsules
100 mg
Each white, opaque cap and body, hard gelatin capsule, with "N" and "100" printed in blue ink on opposing caps and body portions of the capsule, contains gabapentin 100 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, gelatin, lactose, pregelatinized starch, sodium lauryl sulfate, talc, and titanium dioxide.
300 mg
Each yellow, opaque cap and body, hard gelatin capsule, with "N" and "300" printed in blue ink on opposing cap and body portions of the capsule, contains gabapentin 300 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, gelatin, lactose, pregelatinized starch, sodium lauryl sulfate, talc, titanium dioxide, and yellow iron oxide.
400 mg
Each orange, opaque cap and body, hard gelatin capsule, with "N" and "400" printed in blue ink on opposing cap and body portions of the capsule, contains gabapentin 400 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, gelatin, lactose, pregelatinized starch, sodium lauryl sulfate, red iron oxide, talc, titanium dioxide, and yellow iron oxide.
Tablets
600 mg
Each white, elliptical film coated tablet, engraved "N" on one side and "600" on the other, contains gabapentin 600 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: black iron oxide, crospovidone, hydrogenated vegetable oil, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, talc, and titanium dioxide.
800 mg
Each white, elliptical film coated tablet, printed "N" on one side and "800" on the other, contains gabapentin 800 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: black iron oxide, crospovidone, hydrogenated vegetable oil, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, talc, and titanium dioxide.
Some medications may have other generic brands available. Always ask your doctor or pharmacist about the safety of switching between brands of the same medication.
Who should NOT take this medication?
Gabapentin should not be taken by anyone allergic to gabapentin or to any of the ingredients of this medication.
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