Gabamit L Ointment
Salt Composition
Gabapentin (6.0% w/w) + Lidocaine (5.0% w/w)
Key Information
Short Description
Gabamit L Ointment is used for the treatment of neuropathic pain.
Dosage Form
Ointment
Introduction
Gabamit L Ointment is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not stop using it until you have finished the complete course even when you feel better. The most common side effects of this medicine include application site reactions like burning, irritation, itching, and redness. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. Avoid direct contact with eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water. Before using this medicine inform your doctor if you are pregnant.
Directions for Use
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Application site reactions like burning, irritation, itching, and redness.
Pregnancy Warning
Before using this medicine inform your doctor if you are pregnant.
How it works
Gabamit L Ointment is a combination of two medicines: Gabapentin and Lidocaine. Gabapentin is an alpha 2 delta ligand which decreases pain by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells. Lidocaine is a local anesthetic which works by blocking pain signals from the nerves to brain thereby decreasing the sensation of pain. Together they relieve neuropathic pain (pain from damaged nerves).
Quick Tips
Gabamit L Ointment is used to treat certain types of long-lasting pain caused by damage to nerves. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, nose and rinse thoroughly in case of accidental contact or seek medical help in case of swallowing. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other pain-relieving medicines. Along with taking Gabamit L Ointment, your doctor might advise you to undergo physiotherapy to get relief from pain.
