Gabapentin and Nortriptyline Tablets

Gabapentin and Nortriptyline Tablets are available with the brand name “NORCIA-G” and helps to treat neuropathic pain, a long-term disease that affects nerves and continues to worsen over time. They treat untriggered pain, uncomfortable sensation, pulsating, electric or sharp pain, pain at rest, sleep, and pain as a result of specific stimuli.

Gabapentin and Nortriptyline Tablets are tablets that include Gabapentin and Nortriptyline. It is known that Gabapentin selectively binds to a specific site on the voltage-gated calcium channels that contribute to the prevention of nerve pain. Nortriptyline enhances the effect of serotonin and noradrenaline and blocks movements of pain signals in the brain.

Medical Benefits

• It is an anti-convulsant drug that works by acting on voltage-gated calcium channels to treat nerve pain and potential seizures.
• Nortriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant that acts by inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin and noradrenaline, expanding their action and blocking pain messages in the brain.

Directions For Use

• Swallow the Gabapentin and Nortriptyline Tablets exactly as you have been told by your doctor.
• Take it with food especially a tablet, to avoid complications with the stomach.
• Swallow the tablet whole and do not split it or crush it.
• Make sure your child doesn’t have a chance to take this medication in any form.

Storage

• Do not place it where children can reach for it in case of an accident.
• Pack it in a cool area and do not expose it to heat or light on a shelf.
• Ensure that you properly close the container each time you use them in order to preserve the good quality of supplements.

Precautions

• It is not advisable to consume alcohol when taking this medicine since it causes dizziness and sleepiness, among other adverse symptoms.
• It interacts with hypnotics [zolpidem], antidepressants [citalopram, duloxetine, escitalopram, fluoxetine, bupropion, sertraline], pain relievers [codeine, hydrocodone, acetaminophen, oxycodone, tramadol, methadone], and anti-histamines. etc
• Do not give Gabapentin and Nortriptyline Tablets to children without consulting a doctor or a paediatrician.
• This tablet may cause drowsiness, sleepiness and tiredness. So, do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

Side Effects

• Tiredness
• Vomiting
• Blurred vision
• Headache
• Nausea

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I stop taking this medicine if I feel well?

No, keep taking it as prescribed. If you have any issues, talk to your doctor—they may adjust the dose gradually.

Does this tablet cause dry mouth? 

Yes, it may cause a dry mouth. Drinking water, chewing sugarless gum, or using a saliva substitute can help.

I have diabetes. Can I take this medication?

This medication can help with diabetic nerve pain, but consult your doctor before starting it.

How to manage weight gain associated with the use of this medicine?

Eating a balanced diet and exercising regularly can help manage weight gain.

Can the use of this medicine affect my sexual life?

Yes, it may cause issues like erectile dysfunction, lower sexual desire, or difficulty reaching orgasm. Consult your doctor if you have concerns.