Gabapentin

Neurontin has a second name for words denoting the active ingredient: gabapentin. The main indications of the Neurontin: the impact on the treatment of convulsions, which usually occur due to epilepsy. Also, the gabapentin in the form of capsules can be used to treat diseases such as shingles (zoster), and infections associated with neuralgia, which appears after treatment of herpes.

Capsules formulation helps to control seizures in adults patients with epilepsy. Also, a medicine enclosed in the capsule, can reduce pain and is used to treat problems associated with the nervous system. The drug affects the weight gain. Use carefully if you have troubles with weight gain or loss.

Before taking the capsule, it is important to take into account the dosage of the drug. It may be of four different types: 100mg, 300 mg, 400 mg, 600 mg. The most common dosage is 300mg high. The amount depends on the purpose: 100mg is for children, 300 mg and 400 mg are the most common variants (300mg high usually), and 600 mg is for complicated diseases.

It is important to note the absence of diseases or states such as:

• kidney problems;
• suicide attempt;
• depression;
• allergy;
• pregnancy;
• lactation.

The medication is to be taken orally via a glass of water. In the case of indigestion, you can take the drug during meals. Follow the dosage of the drug; do not exceed the amount of the medication recommended for use.

If you want the child to take the medication, discuss this with your doctor in advance: so you can avoid the side effects. Contact your pediatrician before allowing the child to take pills.