Gabapin
Gabapin is an anticonvulsant and neuropathic pain medication containing Gabapentin. It works by altering the way the body senses pain and by stabilizing electrical activity in the brain to prevent seizures.
Dosage by Body Weight
Adult dosing for neuropathic pain usually starts at 300 mg once on day 1, 300 mg twice daily on day 2, and 300 mg three times daily on day 3, then titrated up by a doctor. Take with or without food. Do not discontinue abruptly as it may trigger withdrawal symptoms or seizures.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Use only if explicitly prescribed by a specialist
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established for infants under this weight or under 3 years of age for epilepsy.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 50 mg to 100 mg per day
- Frequency
- Divided into 3 doses daily
- Tracking Notes
- Starting dose is usually 10 to 15 mg/kg/day, titrated up slowly. Oral solution is recommended for precise measurement.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 80 mg to 150 mg per day
- Frequency
- Divided into 3 doses daily
- Tracking Notes
- Titrated gradually over a few days. Maximize dose interval to no more than 12 hours.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 110 mg to 225 mg per day
- Frequency
- Divided into 3 doses daily
- Tracking Notes
- Adjusted weekly based on response and tolerability. Maintenance range is approximately 25 to 35 mg/kg/day.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 160 mg to 300 mg per day
- Frequency
- Divided into 3 doses daily
- Tracking Notes
- Typical pediatric maintenance range for epilepsy in children aged 3 to 12 years.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | Use only if explicitly prescribed by a specialist | Safety and efficacy have not been established for infants under this weight or under 3 years of age for epilepsy. |
| 5-7 kg | 50 mg to 100 mg per day | Divided into 3 doses daily | Starting dose is usually 10 to 15 mg/kg/day, titrated up slowly. Oral solution is recommended for precise measurement. |
| 8-10 kg | 80 mg to 150 mg per day | Divided into 3 doses daily | Titrated gradually over a few days. Maximize dose interval to no more than 12 hours. |
| 11-15 kg | 110 mg to 225 mg per day | Divided into 3 doses daily | Adjusted weekly based on response and tolerability. Maintenance range is approximately 25 to 35 mg/kg/day. |
| 16-20 kg | 160 mg to 300 mg per day | Divided into 3 doses daily | Typical pediatric maintenance range for epilepsy in children aged 3 to 12 years. |
Formulation
CapsuleTablet
Purpose
Treatment of neuropathic pain (nerve pain) and as an adjunctive therapy for partial-onset seizures in epilepsy.
Generic Name
GabapentinScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.