GABAPENTINE & NORTRIPTYLINE TABLET

Product Description

Gabapentin & Nortriptyline Tablet ï 400 mg

This is a combination medication used primarily to manage neuropathic pain (nerve-related pain). The "400 mgï in the name most likely refers to the Gabapentin content, with Nortriptyline included in a smaller dose (typically 10 mg or 25 mg).

📌 Composition (Typical)

Each tablet contains:

• Gabapentin 400 mg ï A medication that calms nerve activity to reduce pain and seizures

• Nortriptyline 10 mg or 25 mg ï A tricyclic antidepressant that also helps reduce nerve pain

ïï Always check the exact Nortriptyline strength on the strip or with your pharmacist, as it can vary by brand.

ï Uses / Indications

Prescribed for the treatment of:

• Diabetic neuropathy

• Post-herpetic neuralgia (after shingles)

• Chronic nerve pain

• Sciatica

• Fibromyalgia

• Nerve pain after spinal injury or surgery

This combination works by:

• Gabapentin calming overactive nerve signals

• Nortriptyline modifying pain perception and enhancing the effect

ï Dosage & Administration

• Usual adult dose: 1 tablet once or twice daily, depending on your doctorïs advice

• Best taken: At night, or after meals if it causes stomach upset

• Swallow whole, do not crush or chew

📌 Start low and increase gradually under medical supervision to reduce dizziness or drowsiness.

ïï Common Side Effects

Gabapentin:

• Drowsiness

• Dizziness

• Weight gain

• Swelling in hands or feet

• Fatigue

Nortriptyline:

• Dry mouth

• Constipation

• Blurred vision

• Increased heart rate

• Drowsiness or insomnia

🛑 Serious (seek help):

• Mood changes (e.g., depression, anxiety)

• Suicidal thoughts (rare)

• Allergic reactions

• Irregular heartbeat

🚫 Precautions

Tell your doctor if you have:

• Kidney disease (Gabapentin is excreted via kidneys)

• Heart problems or rhythm disorders

• Glaucoma, urinary retention

• Mental health conditions (e.g., bipolar disorder, depression)

Avoid:

• Alcohol (increases sedation)

• Driving or operating heavy machinery at the start of treatment

🔄 Storage

• Store in a cool, dry place below 25C

• Keep away from children, moisture, and direct sunlight

ï Brand Name Examples (India & elsewhere)

Some brands that may have this combination:

• Gabapin NT 400

• Gabantin NT 400

• Neurokind NT 400

• Gabapax NT 400