Gabrica AT Capsule

Description

Gabrica AT Capsule is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of neuropathic pain. It works by increasing the level of chemical messengers in the brain. This helps in regulating the mood and stopping the movement of pain signals from nerves to brain. Gabrica AT Capsule is taken by mouth with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at a fixed time each day to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the blood. In case you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Try never to skip any doses and 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 as it may worsen your symptoms. Some common side effects of this medicine include constipation, weight gain, sleepiness, dryness of mouth, and increased heart rate. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in the blood pressure when you change positions, so it is better to rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It even causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause weight gain and to control it, you should exercise regularly and take a balanced diet. Remember to inform the doctor if you develop any unusual changes in the mood as this medicine may lead to suicidal thoughts. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Introduction

In Neuropathic pain Gabrica AT Capsule is a combination of medicines used to treat long-lasting (chronic) pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles, or spinal cord injury. It reduces pain and its associated symptoms such as mood changes, sleep problems, and tiredness. It is thought to work by interfering with pain signals that travel through the damaged nerves and the brain. Gabrica AT Capsule regularly will improve your physical and social functioning and overall quality of life. It takes a few weeks to work so you need to take it regularly even if you feel it is not doing any good. Once your symptoms have gone you should still keep taking the medicine until your doctor advises you to stop.

Benefits

Gabrica AT Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Amitriptyline and Pregabalin. Amitriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant which increases the levels of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline) that stop the movement of pain signals in the brain. Together, they relieve neuropathic pain (pain from damaged nerves). Pregabalin is an alpha 2 delta ligand which decreases pain by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells.

How to use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Gabrica AT Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Gabrica AT Capsule. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Gabrica AT Capsule 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. - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Gabrica AT Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. - Driving : UNSAFE - Gabrica AT Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Gabrica AT Capsule may impair your alertness which may affect your ability to drive. - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Gabrica AT Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Gabrica AT Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Gabrica AT Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Gabrica AT Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.