Gabagamma 100

Gabagamma 100 is a drug used in the treatment of seizures of epilepsy, as well as in complex neuropathies for adults and children over 12 years of age.

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Indications Gabagamma 100

Gabagamma 100 is prescribed for patients (children over 12 years and adults) who have epilepsy with parasitic cramps in complex therapy. Also indications for use are diabetic neuropathies and postherpetic neuralgia as an anesthetic. GABAGHAMMA 100 is prescribed by the attending physician. In pharmacies you can buy only by prescription.

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Release form

The preparation of Gabagamma 100 is available in cardboard large packages. In this box there may be 2, 5 or 10 blisters with capsules covered with gelatin. Capsules are colored in a white opaque color. Inside the capsules is a white powder, which contains 100 mg of active substance - gabapentin.

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Pharmacodynamics

The active substance of the drug Gababamma 100 is similar in structure to the neurotransmitter GABA, but the principle of its mechanism of action is fundamentally different from other drugs acting on GABA receptors. Due to the conducted researches it was found out that gabapentin does not have GMACergic properties, and its action consists in binding with calcium subunits, thereby reducing the flow of calcium ions and thus neutralizing neuropathic pain. Also gabapentin increases the amount of GABA, reduces damage and death of neurons, inhibits the release of neurotransmitters of the monoamine group.

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Pharmacokinetics

The maximum concentration of the drug Gababamma 100 in blood plasma is observed after 2-3 hours. Moreover, with the use of a higher dosage, the ability to assimilate gabapentin decreases (at a typical dosage, its absorption is about 60% .The excretion of the active substance is not dependent on the dosage used and is about 5-7 hours.Using food (including fatty) does not affect the absorption in any way drug Gabapentin is excreted only by the kidneys in a completely unchanged form.The blood plasma is kept in a free state.The rate of excretion from the blood plasma completely depends on the clearance of creatinine. Therefore, it is necessary to carefully prescribe the drug Gababamma to 100 people aged and persons with impaired renal function.

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Dosing and administration

The drug Gababamma 100 is consumed internally after or during a meal. The start of the medication is started with a small dosage, gradually shifting to a larger dose, which will be clinically effective. If the use of the drug should be canceled, then it is done in stages within 1-2 weeks.

The use of the drug Gababammma 100 with neuropathic pain

The initial dosage is generally 900 mg / day. Usually take the drug in equal doses, taking three times a day (300 mg each). Begin with a single dose and in three days bring to a daily rate. If required, the dosage is increased up to the maximum possible (3600 mg per day).

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The use of the drug Gababamma 100 with epileptic seizures

Clinically effective therapeutic dose is from 900 mg to 3600 mg per day. Treatment should be started slowly, increasing the dose daily. The drug is recommended to take three times a day. At application it is necessary to consider, that the maximal interval of time between the use of the next dose should not be more than 12 hours (for exception of occurrence of cramps).

When appointing persons with impaired renal function, it is necessary to take into account the creatinine clearance rate. When the clearance is below 30 ml / min, the administration of Gabagamma 100 is administered every other day at a dosage of up to 600 mg per day.

Use Gabagamma 100 during pregnancy

The preparation of Gabagamma 100 has not been tested for pregnant women, therefore, in order to avoid a teratogenic effect on the fetus, it should be canceled in all trimesters of pregnancy. With lactation, the drug should be taken after consultation with the doctor only, as a last resort, if there are no other options.

Contraindications

The drug Gababamma 100 is contraindicated in inflammation of the pancreas (acute or chronic nature), as it gives an increased load on the pancreas, with great care is prescribed for any kinds of renal failure, as well as for mental disorders. Also, a contraindication to taking Gababamma 100 is the intolerance of any component, including lactase deficiency.

Side effects Gabagamma 100

Like most antiepileptic drugs, Gabagamma 100 has a number of side effects. Some of them are stronger, some may be absent. We list the main possible side effects.

Side effects of Gabagamma 100 may manifest from the side:

• cardiological symptoms as: hypertension (increase in blood pressure) or lowering blood pressure, as well as palpitations;
• digestive system in the form of: bloating and abdominal pain, indigestion, nausea or even vomiting, inflammatory gum disease, pancreatic inflammation, increased activity of hepatic enzymes (ALT, AST), functional jaundice;
• musculoskeletal system in the form of: pain in the muscles, joints, back;
• neurological symptoms in the form of: spasmodic headaches, dizziness, retardation, insomnia anxiety, depression, impaired speech, ataxia, dystonia, increased fatigue;
• hemopoietic system in the form of: thrombocytopenia and leukopenia, as well as bruising after physical impact (purpura);
• respiratory system in the form of: edema of the nasal passages, coughing, shortness of breath, dyspnea;
• genitourinary system in the form of: urinary incontinence, impotence, increased probability of infectious diseases of the kidneys and bladder;
• sensory organs in the form of: visual impairment and hearing loss;
• allergic reactions on the skin in the form of: itching, rashes, acne, erythema;

Also, Gabahamma 100 acts on the level of sugar in the blood, so diabetics need to strictly monitor its performance. With the use of this drug, excessive weight gain and discoloration of the tooth enamel are possible.

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Overdose

When an overdose of Gababamma 100 occurs symptoms of dizziness, bifurcation of visible objects, drowsiness, fainting, liturgical sleep. Also, severe diarrhea can occur. In cases of overdose, an urgent gastric lavage, intake of absorbent drugs (activated carbon, smectas) and symptomatic therapy are performed. In acute and chronic renal insufficiency, hemodialysis is prescribed.

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Interactions with other drugs

With the simultaneous use of the drug Gababamma 100 with morphine, an increase in the concentration of gabopentin by 44% was detected.

The interaction of the drug Gababamma 100 with other antiepileptic drugs has not been determined, which allows it to be taken in conjunction with other medications.

With the use of the drug Gababammma 100 with hormonal oral contraceptives containing ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone, no change in the pharmacokinetics of either the one or the second class of drugs has been observed.

When using the drug Gababammma 100 with drugs of the antacid group, there was a decrease in absorption of gabapentin by 20%.

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Storage conditions

Storage conditions of anti-epileptic drug Gababamma 100 at a temperature of up to +25 and humidity of air no more than 75%.

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Special instructions

• when prescribing the drug Gababamma 100 together with other drugs against the arrest of epileptic seizures, a false positive result of a laboratory test of urine on protein is possible;
• the drug Gababamma 100 is not effective in the absence of epilepsy;
• when taking the drug GABAGAMMA 100 it is recommended to refrain from controlling vehicles and devices requiring an accurate quick reaction.

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Shelf life

The shelf life of the antiepileptic drug Gababamma 100 is 3 years. At the end of the date indicated on the package, the use of the medicine is strictly prohibited.

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