Gabimax 400 mg Capsule

Gabimax 400 mg Capsule contains 400 mg of gabapentin in each capsule and is supplied in a strip/box of 10 packs by Johnlee Pharmaceuticals, India. It belongs to the anti-convulsant class and is used to help manage certain seizure disorders and nerve pain conditions. Gabimax 400 mg Capsule may also be prescribed for other doctor-directed uses of gabapentin. Because it is a 400 mg strength, it is a higher-dose capsule that should be used only when a clinician has decided this amount is appropriate.

How it works: Gabapentin works by calming overactive nerve signals in the brain and nerves, which can help reduce seizures and nerve-related pain. In capsule form, Gabimax 400 mg Capsule delivers a measured dose that is swallowed whole and absorbed through the digestive tract.

Gabimax 400 mg Capsule is stronger than Gabimax 300 mg Capsule, so it is often chosen when a person needs a higher gabapentin dose after medical assessment. This strength may be more appropriate for patients who have already tolerated lower strengths, since gabapentin can cause dizziness or sleepiness, especially as the dose increases. A doctor may select Gabimax 400 mg Capsule to help reach the needed daily dose with fewer capsules.

• Adjunct treatment of partial-onset seizures
• Nerve pain from postherpetic neuralgia
• Neuropathic pain as prescribed by a clinician
• Other off-label uses directed by a doctor

• Swallow Gabimax 400 mg Capsule whole with water; do not crush, chew, or open the capsule.
• Take it at the same time each day if you are taking it regularly.
• You may take it with or without food; food may help if it upsets your stomach.
• If you also use antacids, separate them from Gabimax 400 mg Capsule by at least 2 hours.
• Do not stop taking Gabimax 400 mg Capsule suddenly unless your doctor tells you to, because abrupt stopping can worsen seizures or symptoms.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is close to the next dose; do not double up.

Gabimax 400 mg Capsule provides 400 mg of gabapentin per capsule, so it is a relatively higher single-strength capsule compared with the 300 mg version. It may be taken 1 to 3 times daily depending on the condition and the doctor’s plan; the total daily amount is individualized and must not exceed the maximum your prescriber sets for you.

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

Common side effects of Gabapentin may include:

• Dizziness, which may be more noticeable with the 400 mg strength
• Sleepiness or fatigue
• Unsteadiness or coordination problems
• Swelling in the hands or feet
• Blurred or double vision
• Nausea
• Tremor

• Gabimax 400 mg Capsule can cause drowsiness and dizziness, so avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.
• Avoid alcohol because it can increase sleepiness and impair coordination.
• Use extra caution if you have kidney disease, since gabapentin may need dose adjustment.
• Tell your doctor if you take opioid pain medicines, sleeping pills, anti-anxiety medicines, or muscle relaxants.
• Do not stop Gabimax 400 mg Capsule suddenly without medical advice.
• Use care if you are older or prone to falls, because higher strengths can increase balance problems.
• Let your prescriber know if you have a history of depression or suicidal thoughts.

• Antacids containing aluminum or magnesium can reduce gabapentin absorption if taken at the same time.
• Opioid pain medicines such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, or morphine can increase sedation and breathing risk.
• Sedatives, sleeping pills, benzodiazepines, and other CNS depressants can add to drowsiness.
• Alcohol can worsen dizziness and sleepiness.
• Other gabapentin products or dose changes should only be made under clinician direction.

Store Gabimax 400 mg Capsule at room temperature in its original strip/box, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.