Prescription Required.Why?
Is an anticonvulsant medication used to treat seizures and nerve pain.
Is a tricyclic antidepressant (tca) used to treat depression, anxiety, and nerve pain.
Treatment of neuropathic pain (nerve pain) in adults, such as diabetic neuropathy, postherpetic neuralgia (pain after shingles), and fibromyalgia.
Treatment of seizures in adults with partial seizures.
Offlabel use for migraines and other conditions.
Gabapentin works by blocking the release of certain neurotransmitters, like glutamate, in the brain. Amitriptyline increases the levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain, which helps to improve mood and reduce pain.
Store at room temperature, away from heat and direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.
Dosage is determined by your doctor and depends on your condition and response to treatment.
Typically taken 1-3 times per day with or without food.
Do not crush, chew, or break the tablets.
Take medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Increased risk of falls in elderly patients
Drowsiness
Dizziness
Dry mouth
Constipation
Weight gain
Blurred vision
Increased appetite
Confusion
Memory problems
Restlessness
Tremors
Anxiety
Withdrawal symptoms if stopped abruptly.
Avoid alcohol while taking Gabapentin and Amitriptyline as it can increase the risk of side effects.
Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how this medication affects you, as it can cause drowsiness.
Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of taking this medication during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
This medication is not approved for use in children.
Your doctor may need to adjust your dosage if you have kidney problems.
Your doctor may need to adjust your dosage if you have liver problems.
FDA Drug Information: https://www.fda.gov/
Drugs.com: https://www.drugs.com/
MedlinePlus: https://medlineplus.gov/
Mayo Clinic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/
National Institutes of Health: https://www.nih.gov/
