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Gabalept
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Gabalept is an analogue of the medicines Gabapentin, Gabagama® 400, Gabantin 100, Gabastadin and others.
Indications Gabalept
The therapeutic effect of this drug is provided by its active substance gabapentin, so the indications for the use of Gabalept fully correspond to the indications for the use of the drug Gabapentin.
Release form
Form release Gabalept - gelatin capsules, one capsule contains 300 mg of gabapentin.
Pharmacodynamics
Pharmacodynamics Gabalept is similar to the drug Gabapentin.
Pharmacokinetics
The pharmacokinetics of Gabalept are similar to the drug Gabapentin.
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Dosing and administration
The method of administration and dose in the treatment of epilepsy in adults and children over the age of 12 years is the same as the method of administration and dosage of the drug Gabapentin. In addition, the official instructions of Gabalepta provide a dosage regimen for the treatment of this neurological disease in children aged 8-12 years.
Although the safety of the use of this drug as a monotherapy for epilepsy in children of this age category has not been established, the possibility of Gabalepta is indicated. The maximum daily dose for a child's body weight of 26-36 kg is 900 mg; with a body weight of 37-50 kg - 1200 mg; with a body weight of 51-72 kg - 1800 mg.
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Use Gabalept during pregnancy
The use of Gabalept during pregnancy is similar to the drug Gabapentin.
Contraindications
Contraindications to the use of Gabalept are similar to the drug Gabapentin.
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Side effects Gabalept
Overdose
Symptoms of an overdose are similar to the drug Gabapentin.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Gabalept" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.