Abanor-NP Tablet

Abanor-NP Tablet is a combination medicine used for the treatment of neuropathic pain. This medicine decreases the pain by stopping the movement of pain signals to the brain.

Abanor-NP Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at bedtime. Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the blood. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the complete course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not stop this medication suddenly without talking to the doctor.

Some common side effects of this medicine include constipation, nausea, vision disturbance, and excessive sweating. It may also cause 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 have a balanced diet. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts.

Before taking Abanor-NP Tablet, let your doctor know if you suffer from kidney or liver disease. 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.

Treatment of Neuropathic pain

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Abanor-NP Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Abanor-NP Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Pregabalin and Nortriptyline. Pregabalin is an alpha-2 delta ligand that decreases pain by modulating the calcium channel activity of the nerve cells. Nortriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant that 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).

Q: What if you forget to take Abanor-NP Tablet?
A: If you miss a dose of Abanor-NP Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Abanor-NP Tablet is used to treat certain types of long-lasting pain caused by damage to nerves.

Inform your doctor if you are taking any other pain-relieving medicines.

Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures.

Immediately seek medical help if you experience hallucinations, fever, sweating, shivering, fast heart rate, muscle twitching, or loss of coordination.

Along with taking Abanor-NP Tablet, your doctor might advise you to undergo physiotherapy to get relief from pain.

Q. What is Abanor-NP Tablet used for?

Abanor-NP Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat nerve pain (neuropathic pain). It calms the damaged or overactive nerves by acting on the brain. Thereby decreasing the pain sensation.

Q. Can I stop taking Abanor-NP Tablet when my pain is relieved?

No, you should not stop taking Abanor-NP Tablet even if your pain is relieved. Continue to take it as advised by your doctor. If you suddenly stop taking Abanor-NP Tablet, you may experience withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, sleeping difficulties, nausea, pain, and sweating. You may need to gradually taper the dose before you stop the medication completely.

Q. How to manage weight gain associated with the use of Abanor-NP Tablet?

Abanor-NP Tablet can make you feel hungry, which might make you eat more, thereby increasing your chances of putting on weight.. However, preventing weight gain is easier than losing increased weight. Try to eat a healthy balanced diet without increasing your portion sizes (per-meal intake). DO not eat foods that contain a lot of calories, such as soft drinks, oily food, chips, cakes, biscuits, and sweets. If you feel hungry between meals, avoid eating junk food and eat fruits, vegetables, and low-calorie foods. Regular exercise will prevent weight gain. If you maintain good eating habits and exercise regularly, you might not gain any weight.

Q. Can the use of Abanor-NP Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?

Yes, Abanor-NP Tablet may make you feel drowsy, or you may suddenly fall asleep during your daily activities. Sometimes, you might not even feel drowsy or have any other warning signs before you suddenly fall asleep. Avoid driving a car, operating machinery, working at heights, or participating in potentially dangerous activities at the beginning of your treatment until you know how the medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience such episodes while taking this medicine.

Q. What if I forget to take Abanor-NP Tablet?

If you forget to take the scheduled dose of Abanor-NP Tablet, and it is almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed and take your next dose at the scheduled time. Otherwise, take it as soon as you remember, and then go back to taking your medicine as you would normally. Do not take a double dose to make up for the dose you missed because this may increase the risk of unwanted side effects due to overdosage. If you are not sure what to do, consult your doctor about how to manage a situation like this.

Q. Will Abanor-NP Tablet be more effective if a higher than the recommended dosage is taken?

No, taking a higher-than-recommended dose may not be more effective; rather, it may increase the chances of having some serious side effects and toxicity. If you experience increased severity of your symptoms that are not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

Q. Is there anything I need to avoid while taking Abanor-NP Tablet?

Abanor-NP Tablet may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful while driving or doing an activity that requires you to be alert. Do not drink alcohol while you are taking Abanor-NP Tablet. It can increase the effects of alcohol, which could be dangerous. Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may also interact with this medicine and cause unwanted side effects. Avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Use of Abanor-NP Tablet can make you more prone to sunburns. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen when you are outdoors during daytime.

Q. How often should I see the doctor?

You may need to see your doctor regularly if you have started to take Abanor-NP Tablet. However, you must consult your doctor if the advised dosage of Abanor-NP Tablet does not improve your symptoms or if you continue experiencing some unwanted side effects that affect your routine activities. Abanor-NP Tablet can make you more prone to sunburns. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen when you are outdoors during daytime.

In Treatment of Neuropathic pain

Abanor-NP Tablet 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. Taking Abanor-NP Tablet 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.

Dryness in mouth

Dizziness

Sleepiness

Shakiness

Altered vision

Fast heart rate

Constipation

Nausea

Increased sweating

Weight gain

Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)

Aggressive behavior

Alcohol:UNSAFE

Abanor-NP Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Abanor-NP Tablet 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

Abanor-NP Tablet 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

Abanor-NP Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.As Abanor-NP Tablet may affect your alertness which may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney:CAUTION

Abanor-NP Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Abanor-NP Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:CAUTION

Abanor-NP Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Abanor-NP Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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