Cugaba 400mg Capsule [Gabapentin (400mg)]

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Cugaba 400mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Cugaba 400mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

'- Alcohol : UNSAFE

Cugaba 400mg Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

- Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cugaba 400mg Capsule 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.

- Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cugaba 400mg Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.Baby should be monitored for excessive sleepiness and weight gain.

- Driving : UNSAFE

Cugaba 400mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

- Kidney : CAUTION

Cugaba 400mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cugaba 400mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

- Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Cugaba 400mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Cugaba 400mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\\n

strip of 10 capsules

Chemical Class :: Gamma Amino Acids Derivatives
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: NEURO CNS
Action Class :: Alpha 2 delta ligands (AED)

Treatment of Neuropathic pain|Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures

Store below 30?C

Q. I have been prescribed Cugaba 400mg Capsule 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 Cugaba 400mg Capsule only for nerve pain and as advised by your doctor.| Q. I think I have gained weight since I started taking Cugaba 400mg Capsule. Can this be because of Cugaba 400mg Capsule?::: Yes, Cugaba 400mg Capsule 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.| Q. For how long do I need to take Cugaba 400mg Capsule?::: 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 Cugaba 400mg Capsule 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.| Q. What are the serious side effects that may occur while taking Cugaba 400mg Capsule?::: Taking Cugaba 400mg Capsule 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).| Q. Is Cugaba 400mg Capsule 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 Cugaba 400mg Capsule or had used Cugaba 400mg Capsule for illnesses it is not approved for.| Q. I am taking Cugaba 400mg Capsule for nerve pain. Can I take it off and on?::: No, Cugaba 400mg Capsule 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.| Q. What if somebody takes more than the recommended dose of Cugaba 400mg Capsule?::: A higher than the recommended dose of Cugaba 400mg Capsule 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.| Q. 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).| Q. What should I avoid while taking Cugaba 400mg Capsule?::: If Cugaba 400mg Capsule makes you feel sleepy, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery. Alcohol consumption should be avoided since taking both together may cause excessive sleepiness.| Q. Does Cugaba 400mg Capsule reduce the efficiency of oral birth control pills?::: No, Cugaba 400mg Capsule does not have any effect on oral birth control pills.