Nervgen G 300mg/500mcg Tablet

Short Description

Nervgen G 300mg/500mcg Tablet is a combination medicine used for the treatment of neuropathic pain. It decreases pain by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Nervgen G 300mg/500mcg Tablet 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. Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, peripheral edema, ataxia, blurred vision, fever, and nystagmus (involuntary eye movement). It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts. Before taking the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. It can usually be mixed safely with other medicines but some drugs (including antacids and alcohol) do affect the way it works and can increase the chance of side effects.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Nervgen G 300mg/500mcg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but 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

Nervgen G 300mg/500mcg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Breastfeeding Warning

Nervgen G 300mg/500mcg Tablet 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

Nervgen G 300mg/500mcg Tablet 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.

Nervgen G 300mg/500mcg Tablet 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 Nervgen G 300mg/500mcg Tablet 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. To lower the chances of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Nervgen G 300mg/500mcg Tablet as it may cause excessive sleepiness. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.