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言語: 英語
ソース: NLM (National Library of Medicine)
GABAPENTIN (UNII: 6CW7F3G59X) (GABAPENTIN - UNII:6CW7F3G59X)
AvPAK
GABAPENTIN
GABAPENTIN 300 mg
ORAL
PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Gabapentin Capsules, USP are indicated for: - Management of postherpetic neuralgia in adults - Adjunctive therapy in the treatment of partial onset seizures, with and without secondary generalization, in adults and pediatric patients 3 years and older with epilepsy Gabapentin is contraindicated in patients who have demonstrated hypersensitivity to the drug or its ingredients. Pregnancy Category C : There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. In nonclinical studies in mice, rats, and rabbits, gabapentin was developmentally toxic when administered to pregnant animals at doses similar to or lower than those used clinically. Gabapentin should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. When pregnant mice received oral doses of gabapentin (500, 1000, or 3000 mg/kg/day) during the period of organogenesis, embryo-fetal toxicity (increased incidences of skeletal variations) was observed at the two highest doses. The no-effect dose for emb
Gabapentin Capsules, USP are supplied as follows: 100 mg capsules: White/White coloured, size ‘3’ hard gelatin capsules with “103” printed on body of capsule containing white to off white granular powder. 300 mg capsules; Yellow/Yellow coloured, size ‘1’ hard gelatin capsules with “104” printed on body of capsule containing white to off white granular powder; available in: NDC 50268-348-15 10 capsules per card, 5 cards per carton. 400 mg capsules; Orange/ Orange coloured, size ‘0’ hard gelatin capsules with “105” printed on body of capsule containing white to off white granular powder; available in: NDC 50268-349-15 10 capsules per card, 5 cards per carton. Dispensed in blister punch material. For Institutional Use Only. Store gabapentin capsules at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].
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AvPAK ---------- MEDICATION GUIDE GABAPENTIN CAPSULES, USP Read the Medication Guide before you start taking gabapentin capsules and each time you get a refill. There may be new information. This information does not take the place of talking to your healthcare provider about your medical condition or treatment. What is the most important information I should know about gabapentin capsules? Do not stop taking gabapentin capsules without first talking to your healthcare provider. Stopping gabapentin capsules suddenly can cause serious problems. Gabapentin capsules can cause serious side effects including: 1. Suicidal Thoughts. Like other antiepileptic drugs, gabapentin capsules may cause suicidal thoughts or actions in a very small number of people, about 1 in 500. Call a healthcare provider right away if you have any of these symptoms, especially if they are new, worse, or worry you: • thoughts about suicide or dying • attempts to commit suicide • new or worse depression • new or worse anxiety • feeling agitated or restless • panic attacks • trouble sleeping (insomnia) • new or worse irritability • acting aggressive, being angry, or violent • acting on dangerous impulses • an extreme increase in activity and talking (mania) • other unusual changes in behavior or mood How can I watch for early symptoms of suicidal thoughts and actions? • Pay attention to any changes, especially sudden changes, in mood, behaviors, thoughts, or feelings. • Keep all follow-up visits with your healthcare provider as scheduled. Call your healthcare provider between visits as needed, especially if you are worried about symptoms. Do not stop taking gabapentin capsules without first talking to a healthcare provider. • Stopping gabapentin capsules suddenly can cause serious problems. Stopping a seizure medicine suddenly in a patient who has epilepsy can cause seizures that will not stop (status epilepticus). Suicidal thoughts or actions can be caused by things other than medicines. If you have suicidal thought 完全なドキュメントを読む
GABAPENTIN- GABAPENTIN CAPSULE AVPAK ---------- HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION GABAPENTIN CAPSULES, USP THESE HIGHLIGHTS DO NOT INCLUDE ALL THE INFORMATION NEEDED TO USE GABAPENTIN CAPSULES SAFELY AND EFFECTIVELY. SEE FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION FOR GABAPENTIN CAPSULES. GABAPENTIN CAPSULES, USP FOR ORAL USE INITIAL U.S. APPROVAL: 1993 INDICATIONS AND USAGE GABAPENTIN CAPSULES ARE INDICATED FOR: Postherpetic neuralgia in adults ( 1) Adjunctive therapy in the treatment of partial onset seizures, with and without secondary generalization, in adults and pediatric patients 3 years and older with epilepsy ( 1) DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Postherpetic Neuralgia ( 2.1) Dose can be titrated up as needed to a dose of 1800 mg/day Day 1: Single 300 mg dose Day 2: 600 mg/day (i.e., 300 mg two times a day) Day 3: 900 mg/day (i.e., 300 mg three times a day) Epilepsy with Partial Onset Seizures ( 2.2) Patients 12 years of age and older: starting dose is 300 mg three times daily; may be titrated up to 600 mg three times daily Patients 3 to 11 years of age: starting dose range is 10 to 15 mg/kg/day, given in three divided doses; recommended dose in patients 3 to 4 years of age is 40 mg/kg/day, given in three divided doses; the recommended dose in patients 5 to 11 years of age is 25 to 35 mg/kg/day, given in three divided doses. The recommended dose is reached by upward titration over a period of approximately 3 days Dose should be adjusted in patients with reduced renal function ( 2.3, 2.4) DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Capsules: 100 mg, 300 mg, and 400 mg ( 3) CONTRAINDICATIONS Known hypersensitivity to gabapentin or its ingredients ( 4) WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (Multiorgan hypersensitivity): discontinue gabapentin if an alternative etiology cannot be established ( 5.1) Anaphylaxis and Angioedema: discontinue gabapentin and evaluate patient immediately ( 5.2) Driving impairment: warn patients not to drive until they have gained sufficient experience with gabapentin to asses 完全なドキュメントを読む