Pentanerv NT 400mg/10mg Tablet

Pentanerv NT 400mg/10mg Tablet is a prescriptive drug primarily used to prevent seizures. It belongs to a class of drugs called anticonvulsants. Aside from seizures, Pentanerv NT 400mg/10mg Tablet is also used to cure hot flashes, restless legs syndrome (RLS) and postherpetic neuralgia. It treats nerve pain in adults by affecting the chemicals and nerve responsible for these pains and seizures. Pentanerv NT 400mg/10mg Tablet is found in capsule, tablet or solution form and can be used in combination with other drugs. Another brand of this medicine is Neurontin which can be given to both adults and children (at least three years of age). Although the same kind, do not substitute one for the other, only use the brand that has been specified by your doctor.

While under Pentanerv NT 400mg/10mg Tablet medication it is advised that you avoid activities that may include lifting heavy objects or driving as common side effects of this drug are feelings of drowsiness, slowing down of cognitive skills and dizziness. Others include problems with coordination, speech problems, nausea, tremors, double vision or sudden jumpy movements. If these effects persist and become more severe with the passage of time notify your physician immediately. Serious side-effects may include anger, restlessness, insomnia, skin rashes. An allergic reaction to Pentanerv NT 400mg/10mg Tablet called anticonvulsant hypersensitivity syndrome can be fatal.

Before taking this medicine inform your doctor of the following conditions mentioned below:

• If you have kidney or liver disease.
• If you are already prone to epileptic or other kinds of seizure attacks.
• If you have diabetes.
• If you have depression, mood disorders, or harbor thoughts of suicide.
• If you are pregnant, are planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

The daily dosage for Pentanerv NT 400mg/10mg Tablet in adults is about 300mg to 600mg about three times a day. Measure your dose with a cup or a spoon or a syringe. The gaps between the three doses should not exceed 12 hours. This drug can be taken with or without food. In case of a missed dose take it as soon as possible. Do not drug overdose. If already time for your next dose skip it. Contact your doctor instantly in the case of drug overdose.

• Allergy

  Not recommended in patients with known allergy to Pentanerv NT 400mg/10mg Tablet.

• Constipation

• Difficulty Or Painful Urination

• Weight Gain

• Sleepiness

• Dizziness

• Tiredness

• Blurred Vision

• Dryness In Mouth

• Orthostatic Hypotension

• Increased Heart Rate

• Uncoordinated Body Movements

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Pentanerv NT 400mg/10mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pentanerv NT 400mg/10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Pentanerv NT 400mg/10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during lactation. \nLimited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Do not drive unless you are feeling well.
  As Pentanerv NT 400mg/10mg Tablet may affect your alertness which may affect your ability to drive.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Pentanerv NT 400mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pentanerv NT 400mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Pentanerv NT 400mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pentanerv NT 400mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
  Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine. Use of Pentanerv NT 400mg/10mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Pentanerv NT 400mg/10mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Nuromark Nt 400 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

  Unimarck Healthcare Ltd

• Gabapax Nt 400 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

  Altius Life Sciences

• Gabaride Nt 400 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

  Medo Pharma

• Gabacent Nt 400 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

  Crescent Therapeutics Ltd

• Doloneuron Nt Tablet

  Pulse Pharmaceuticals

• Gabamin-Nt 400 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

  Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Gabamin Nor 400Mg/10Mg Tablet

  Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Gabanyt 400 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

  MSN Laboratories

• Gabaloy-NT Tablet

  Lloyd Healthcare Pvt Ltd

• Alfagaba Nt Tablet

  Med Manor Organics Pvt Ltd

• Missed Dose instructions

  If you miss a dose of Pentanerv NT 400mg/10mg Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Gabapentin belongs to GABA analog. It works by binding to the calcium channels and increases the concentration of GABA and reduces the release of monoamine neurotransmitters, thus reduces the excitability of brain cells and helps to treat convulsions.

• Ques : What is Pentanerv nt 400mg 10mg tablet?

  Ans : Pentanerv NT Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called anticonvulsants. It can also be used to cure hot flashes, restless legs syndrome (RLS) and postherpetic neuralgia. It contains Gabapentin and Nortriptyline as active ingredients. Pentanerv Nt Tablet works by preventing pain-related responses in neuropathic pain and decreasing pain-related responses after peripheral inflammation; improving the brain functioning.

• Ques : What is the use of Pentanerv nt 400mg 10mg tablet?

  Ans : Pentanerv NT Tablet is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like management of postherpetic neuralgia, long standing pain in legs, depression, and trigeminal nerve disease. Besides these, it can also be used to treat conditions like adjunctive therapy in the treatment of partial seizures, long standing pain in arms, and wed wetting in children. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Pentanerv NT Tablet to avoid undesirable effects.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Pentanerv nt 400mg 10mg tablet?

  Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of Pentanerv NT Tablet. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects have been observed and not necessarily occur. Some of these side-effects may be serious. These include behavioural changes, decreased sex drive, tingling or numbness in the fingers or toes, and back pain. Apart from these, using this medicine may further lead to dizziness, hypersensitivity reactions, fatigue, somnolence and edema. If any of these symptoms occur often or on daily basis, a doctor should be urgently consulted.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Pentanerv nt 400mg 10mg tablet ?

  Ans : Pentanerv NT Tablet should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. A doctor should be consulted regarding the dosage of Pentanerv NT Tablet. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects.

• Ques : How long do I need to use pentanerv nt 400mg 10mg tablet before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 day, before noticing an improvement in the condition. But the same duration is not mandatory for everyone and so, it is not a standard time period for this medication's action. Please consult your doctor, for the time period you need to use this medication.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use pentanerv nt 400mg 10mg tablet?

  Ans : This medication is generally used once a day, as the time interval to which this medication has an impact, is around 24 hours, but it is not the standard frequency, for using this medication. It is advised to consult your doctor before the usage, as the frequency also depends on the patient's condition.

• Ques : Should I use pentanerv nt 400mg 10mg tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication is common to be taken orally and the action of salts involved in this medication, do not depend on whether taking it pre-meal or post-meal. It is advised to consult a doctor before use and take it at a fixed time in a day.