Gabatol 600 mg Tablet

Gabatol 600 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that contains 600 mg of gabapentin in each tablet. It belongs to the anti-convulsant class and is used to help control certain seizure disorders and to relieve nerve pain in some patients. Gabatol 600 mg Tablet is a higher-strength tablet that should be used only when a clinician has decided this dose is appropriate. Because it is a tablet, it is taken by mouth with water as part of a treatment plan tailored to the patient.

How it works: Gabapentin works by calming overactive nerve signals in the brain and in the nerves that carry pain. In Gabatol 600 mg Tablet form, the medicine is absorbed after swallowing the tablet and then helps reduce seizure activity and certain types of nerve pain over time.

The 600 mg strength is a higher-dose Gabatol tablet, so it is not the usual starting dose for many patients. A doctor may choose Gabatol 600 mg Tablet when a person is already stabilized on gabapentin, needs a larger per-dose amount, or should take fewer tablets to reach the prescribed total daily dose. It may also be selected for people who tolerate gabapentin well and need a convenient tablet strength.

• Adjunct treatment of partial seizures
• Nerve pain treatment as prescribed by a doctor
• Management of neuropathic pain symptoms
• Seizure control support in epilepsy
• Other uses directed by a clinician

• Swallow Gabatol 600 mg Tablet whole with a glass of water unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
• Take it at the same times each day to help keep a steady level in your body.
• You may take it with or without food; food can help if it upsets your stomach.
• Do not crush, split, or chew the tablet unless your prescriber specifically says it is okay.
• If it makes you sleepy or dizzy, avoid driving or using machinery until you know how it affects you.
• Do not stop Gabatol 600 mg Tablet suddenly without medical advice, especially if you use it for seizures.

Each Gabatol 600 mg Tablet provides 600 mg of gabapentin. The number of tablets taken per day depends on the condition being treated, kidney function, and how you respond, and your doctor decides the exact schedule. This strength may be taken more than once daily, and the total daily amount should not be changed on your own; the prescribed maximum depends on the individual treatment plan.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Gabapentin may include:

• Drowsiness, which may be more noticeable with the 600 mg tablet
• Dizziness
• Fatigue or sleepiness
• Unsteady walking or poor coordination
• Blurred vision
• Swelling in the hands or feet
• Nausea

• Use extra caution with Gabatol 600 mg Tablet if you have kidney problems, because gabapentin is cleared through the kidneys.
• The 600 mg strength can cause more noticeable dizziness or sleepiness in some people, especially when first starting or after a dose increase.
• Avoid alcohol unless your doctor says it is safe, because it can increase drowsiness and impair coordination.
• Be careful when driving, climbing stairs, or operating machinery until you know how this tablet affects you.
• Tell your doctor if you have a history of depression, mood problems, or suicidal thoughts.
• Do not stop gabapentin suddenly without medical guidance, since stopping too fast can worsen seizures or symptoms.
• Tell your prescriber about all medicines that make you sleepy, because the combined effect can be stronger.

• Opioid pain medicines, which can increase sedation and breathing problems
• Alcohol, which can worsen dizziness and drowsiness
• Sedatives or sleep medicines such as benzodiazepines or hypnotics
• Antacids containing aluminum or magnesium, which can reduce gabapentin absorption if taken too close together

Store Gabatol 600 mg Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture and heat, and keep it out of reach of children.