Alfa HA 300mg/500mcg Capsule

Short Description

Alfa HA 300mg/500mcg Capsule is a combination medicine used for the treatment of neuropathic pain.

Dosage Form

Capsule

Introduction

Alfa HA 300mg/500mcg Capsule is taken by mouth with or without food, preferably at bedtime. It is advised to take medicine at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor..Alfa HA 300mg/500mcg Capsule may be taken with or without food..It is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

Nausea Peripheral edema Ataxia Blurred vision Fever Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement) Dizziness Sleepiness

Alcohol Warning

Alfa HA 300mg/500mcg Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Breastfeeding Warning

Alfa HA 300mg/500mcg Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Baby should be monitored for excessive sleepiness and weight gain.

Pregnancy Warning

Alfa HA 300mg/500mcg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Alfa HA 300mg/500mcg Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Gabapentin and Methylcobalamin..Gabapentin is an alpha 2 delta ligand which decreases pain by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells..Methylcobalamin is a form of vitamin B which helps in the production of myelin, a substance that protects nerve fibers and rejuvenates damaged nerve cells..Together, they relieve neuropathic pain (pain from damaged nerves).

You have been prescribed Alfa HA 300mg/500mcg Capsule for treating and preventing nerve pain. Its side effects are usually mild and temporary. It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Alfa HA 300mg/500mcg Capsule as it may cause excessive sleepiness.