INTRODUCTION GABANYL 300 CAPSULE contains Gabapentin which belongs to the group of medicines called Anticonvulsants. It is used in the treatment of various forms of epilepsy alone or in combination with other medicine and treats peripheral neuropathic pain. Epilepsy is the disturbed nerve cell activity in the brain, causing seizures or periods of unusual behaviour, sensations and sometimes loss of consciousness. Peripheral neuropathic pain is a long-term weakness, numbness or pain caused by damage to the nerves in hands and legs characterized by a feeling of hot, burning, throbbing, shooting, sharp, tingling, numbness. Do not stop taking GABANYL 300 CAPSULE suddenly, as this may lead to increased risk of seizures. Your doctor might want to take certain tests before starting the treatment. GABANYL 300 CAPSULE should be used with caution patients having kidney problems, are on hemodialysis, muscle pain and/or weakness, suffer with different types of seizures including absences, persistent stomach pain, feeling sick and being sick (symptoms of inflamed pancreas), history of drug dependence or abuse, intolerance to certain sugar, have nervous system or respiratory disorders. GABANYL 300 CAPSULE is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women. GABANYL 300 CAPSULE is not recommended for use in children aged below 6 years and should be used with caution in elder patients 65 years of age and above. One of the serious side effects associated with GABANYL 300 CAPSULE is self-harming thoughts, contact your doctor immediately if you experience such unusual reactions. The most common side effects of taking GABANYL 300 CAPSULE are dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, viral infection, lack of coordination. Consult your doctor if the above symptoms do not improve. USES OF GABANYL 300 CAPSULE Used to treat: Various forms of epilepsy (fits) Peripheral neuropathic pain HOW GABANYL 300 CAPSULE WORKS GABANYL 300 CAPSULE works effectively by altering the electrical activity in the brain by inhibiting the voltage-gated calcium channels and decreasing the release of excitatory neurotransmitters, thus preventing fits or seizures.GABANYL 300 CAPSULE also blocks the pain signals travelling through the damaged nerves and the brain and prevents nerve pain. DIRECTIONS FOR USE Take GABANYL 300 CAPSULE as directed by your physician. Swallow GABANYL 300 CAPSULE as whole with a glass full of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.  Correct dosage and duration will be prescribed by your doctor depending upon your age, body weight, and health condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF GABANYL 300 CAPSULE COMMON Fever, chills, runny nose, cough Drowsiness, dizziness, lack of coordination Tiredness, fever Pneumonia Signs of upper respiratory tract infection (sore throat, inflamed sinuses, common cold) Signs of urinary tract infection (bladder pain, foul smell, cloudy urine, frequent urination) Inflammation of the ear or other infections Eating disorder characterized by low body weight, increased appetite Anger towards others, confusion, mood changes, depression, anxiety, nervousness, difficulty with thinking Jerky movements, difficulty with speaking, loss of memory, tremor, difficulty sleeping, headache, sensitive skin, decreased sensation (numbness), difficulty with coordination, unusual eye movement, increased, decreased or absent reflexes Blurred or double vision High blood pressure, flushing Difficulty in breathing, bronchitis Vomiting, nausea   Problems with teeth, inflamed gums Diarrhea, stomach pain, indigestion, constipation, flatulence Joint pain, back pain, twitching Difficulties with erection (males) Swelling in the legs and arms, difficulty with walking, weakness, pain, Accidental injury, fracture, abrasion UNCOMMON Increased heartbeat Difficulty in swallowing Swelling of the face, trunk and limbs Mental impairment Increase or decrease in blood glucose levels (in diabetic patients) RARE Loss of consciousness Breathing problems, shallow breaths (respiratory depression) Stop taking GABANYL 300 CAPSULE and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: Skin rash, hives, fever Swollen glands that do not go away Yellowing of your skin or of the whites of the eyes Unusual bruising or bleeding Severe weakness Unexplained muscle pain Frequent infections HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS Nausea or Vomiting: Take this medicine with, or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Try to Avoid oil rich or spicy foods, sugary snacks, and drinks. Try to drink liquid slowly along with your meals, or in between meals. Consult your doctor if your symptom is not improving. Dizziness: Lie, or sit down immediately when you feel dizzy. If you’re feeling severe episode of spinning(vertigo), lie in a quite place with eyes closed. Try to avoid vehicle driving. Discuss with your doctor if the symptom worsens. Headache: Apply hot or cold-water bag on your head. Try to take rest in a quiet and dark room. Drink tea or coffee. Massage on scalp or head with mild pressure. Consult your doctor if your symptom is not improving. Stomach pain: Try to rest and relax. Try to have smaller and frequent meals. Keep a heat pad on your stomach. Talk to your doctor if the symptoms does not improve. Diarrhoea: Drink lots of fluids such as water to keep yourself hydrated. Avoid eating fried and greasy foods. Inform your doctor if the symptoms do not improve. Constipation: Drink more water, eat high fiber foods and get regular exercise. Consult your doctor if symptoms do not improve. WARNING & PRECAUTIONS PREGNANCY GABANYL 300 CAPSULE is not recommended for use in pregnant woman or women planning to have a baby unless prescribed by your doctor. Effective contraception must be used by women of child-bearing potential. Consult your doctor before taking GABANYL 300 CAPSULE. BREASTFEEDING GABANYL 300 CAPSULE is not recommended for use in breast-feeding women as it may pass through breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking GABANYL 300 CAPSULE. DRIVING AND USING MACHINES Do not drive or operate any machines, because GABANYL 300 CAPSULE may cause dizziness, drowsiness and tiredness. KIDNEY GABANYL 300 CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems or undergoing hemodialysis. Consult your doctor before taking GABANYL 300 CAPSULE. ALLERGY Do not take GABANYL 300 CAPSULE if you are allergic to Gabapentin or any other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERS Before taking GABANYL 300 CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you: Have acute pancreatitis with signs of persistent stomach pain, feeling sick and being sick) Have nervous system disorders, respiratory disorders Muscle pain and/or weakness Suffer with different types of seizures including absences History of drug dependence or abuse Intolerance to certain sugars Use in pediatrics: GABANYL 300 CAPSULE is not recommended for use in children aged below 6 years. Consult your doctor before taking GABANYL 300 CAPSULE. Use in geriatrics: GABANYL 300 CAPSULE should be taken with caution in elderly patients aged 65 years or above. The dose will be adjusted by your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking GABANYL 300 CAPSULE. INTERACTIONS A. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking GABANYL 300 CAPSULE inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: Medicines containing opioids such as morphine (used to treat pain) Antacids such as aluminum hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide (medicines used to reduce heart burn, indigestion) Other medicines for convulsions (Ex. carbamazepine, phenytoin) Sleeping disorders (Ex. benzodiazepines) Depression, anxiety (Ex. fluoxetine) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of GABANYL 300 CAPSULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Signs of overdose includes loss of consciousness, dizziness, double vision, slurred speech, drowsiness, tiredness, and diarrhoea. SYNOPSIS Drug :   Gabapentin Pharmacological Category :   Anticonvulsants Therapeutic Indication :   Epilepsy, Peripheral neuropathic pain Dosage Forms :   Tablet, Capsule MORE INFORMATION Keep out of reach of children Store below 30°C FAQs ABOUT GABANYL 300 CAPSULE What is GABANYL 300 CAPSULE and why is it given? GABANYL 300 CAPSULE contains Gabapentin which is an Antiepileptic. GABANYL 300 CAPSULE is used to treat epilepsy (fits) and peripheral neuropathic pain (long term pain caused by damage to the nerves). Can GABANYL 300 CAPSULE be stopped on our own? Do not stop taking GABANYL 300 CAPSULE suddenly on your own, as it may lead to increased risk of seizure. Continue to take this medicine, as long as your doctor tells you to do so, to obtain better results. Is GABANYL 300 CAPSULE safe in pregnant and breast-feeding women? GABANYL 300 CAPSULE is not intended for use in pregnant woman unless recommended by your doctor and in breast-feeding woman as it may pass through breast milk to the baby. Consult your doctor about the risk and benefits before taking GABANYL 300 CAPSULE. Is GABANYL 300 CAPSULE safe for use in elderly patients? GABANYL 300 CAPSULE is suitable for use in elderly patients aged 65years and above.  Correct dosage and duration will be prescribed by your physician. Consult your doctor before taking GABANYL 300 CAPSULE. Does GABANYL 300 CAPSULE causes dizziness? Yes, GABANYL 300 CAPSULE may cause dizziness. Lie, or sit down immediately when you feel dizzy. If you’re feeling a severe episode of vertigo, lie in a dark and quite place with eyes closed. Talk to your doctor if the symptom does not improve. REFERENCES 1. KD. Tripathi. Antiepileptics. Essentials of medical pharmacology. Eighth edition. 2019. Page – 439-442. 2. Mariangela Panebianco, Sarah Al-Bachari, Jennifer Weston, Jane L Hutton, Anthony G Marson, Cochrane Epilepsy Group. Gabapentin add-on treatment for drug-resistant focal epilepsy. National Library of Medicine, National center for biotechnology information. PubMed Central. 2018. [Accessed 13th June 2022] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6517293/ 3. Rama Yasaei; Shravan Katta; Abdolreza Saadabad. Gabapentin. National Library of Medicine, National center for biotechnology information. May 2022. [Accessed 13th June 2022] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK493228/ 4. Accord, Barnstaple. Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC). [Revised in May 2022].  [Accessed 13th June 2022] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.4635.pdf 5. APL Swift Services (Malta) Limited. Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC). [Revised in January 2021] [Accessed 13th June 2022] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.4721.pdf Country Of Origin India