Medical Description
Pentanerv M Tablet is a combination of Gabapentin and Methylcobalamin.
Uses of Pentanerv M Tablet
Treatment of neuropathic pain, a condition of abnormal painful sensation in different body parts due to damage in a part of the brain responsible for sensing the external stimuli.
Contraindications of Pentanerv M Tablet
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If you are allergic to gabapentin, methylcobalamin, this medicine or any of the ingredients of this medicine
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If you have an eye disorder, due to excess consumption of tobacco especially cigar and pipe
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This medicine is not meant to treat anaemia, especially in pregnant women
Side effects of Pentanerv M Tablet
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Confusion, depression, headache, dizziness and difficulty in movement
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Chest pain, feeling sick, tiredness, muscle and joint pain and fatigue
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Swelling of face and body parts, weight variations, rashes and itching
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Diarrhoea, constipation, indigestion, vomiting, dry mouth and sore throat
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Infection of eyes, lungs, throat, airways and urinary tract
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Blurred vision, high blood pressure, spinning of head and low blood sugar
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Precautions and Warnings of Pentanerv M Tablet
Pregnancy
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Can I take Pentanerv M Tablet during pregnancy?
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It is advised not to take this medicine during pregnancy as it can interfere with the growth, development of the brain and other body parts of the fetus. Your doctor may give you this medicine only if the benefits outweigh the potential risk.
Breast Feeding
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Can I take Pentanerv M Tablet while breastfeeding?
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It is recommended not to breastfeed during the treatment as it may harm the newborn baby.
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Your doctor will decide whether to discontinue breastfeeding or this medicine after accessing the benefits over risk.
Driving
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Can I drive if I have consumed Pentanerv M Tablet?
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After taking this medicine, you may experience dizziness, drowsiness or sometimes depression. Avoid driving or operating machinery, especially during initial days of treatment.
Alcohol
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Can I consume alcohol with Pentanerv M Tablet?
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It is advised not to consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine. It may worsen the side effects.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
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If you experience behavioral change and have suicidal thoughts after taking this medicine
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If you have a heart, kidney, liver, brain or breathing disorder
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If you develop stomach pain and discomfort after taking this medicine
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If you are an older adult, the risk of getting side effects are more
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If you experience severe allergic reactions like breathing difficulties, swelling and low blood pressure, immediately inform your doctor
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This medicine should not be stopped as it may lead to side effects like fits and other mental disturbances
Mode of Action of Pentanerv M Tablet
How Does It Work?
Methylcobalamine is a form of vitamin B12 which helps in the formation of nerve cells and regeneration of damaged nerves in the brain. The exact mechanism of how gabapentin works is not known. However, it is known to act on specific receptors in the brain and reduce the release of chemicals in the brain responsible for the sensation of pain.
Directions for Use of Pentanerv M Tablet
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Take this medicine as a whole with sufficient amount of water
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This medicine can be taken with or without meals
Interactions of Pentanerv M Tablet
Interactions with other medicines
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You may experience drowsiness if you are taking medicines like Morphine, you may require a lower dose of this medicine, talk to your doctor
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You may experience mood swings, anxiety and irritability if you are taking medicines to treat fits like Phenobarbitone, Primidone, Phenytoin and Ethyl phenacemide
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Antacids should be taken with a gap of two hours after consumption of this medicine
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This medicine should not be taken at the same time with antibiotics especially tetracycline as it can reduce the effectiveness of antibiotics
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Cough medicine like Hydrocodone, cancer medicines especially Methotrexate can reduce the effectiveness of this medicine
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Other medicines like Cholestyramine, Neomycin, Cimetidine, Ranitidine, Metformin and Nitrous oxide can interact with the action of this medicine
Storage and disposal of Pentanerv M Tablet
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Store this medicine below 30°C and protect it from light
Dosage of Pentanerv M Tablet
Overdose
Symptoms of overdose include double vision, slurred speech, drowsiness, laziness or sometimes diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if you experience any such symptoms or reach out to your nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you missed a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.
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