Gabapentin

Nerve pain and anti-epileptic
PRESCRIPTION ONLY IN INDIA

Gabapentin is a nerve pain and anti-epileptic found in 13 medicines sold in India, such as Gabapin 300, Gabapin 100, Gabapin NT 400. Below: what it is for, how it works, how to take it, side effects, interactions and pregnancy advice.

What it is used for

Eases nerve pain (for example from diabetes or shingles) and prevents some seizures.

How it works

Calms overactive nerves; used for nerve pain (diabetic neuropathy, shingles pain) and some seizures.

How to take it

Started low (100 to 300 mg at night) and increased over days to three times a day. Do not stop suddenly.

Common side effects

  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Unsteadiness
  • Weight gain
  • Swollen ankles

Get medical help straight away if

  • Breathing problems (especially with opioids)
  • Mood changes or suicidal thoughts
  • Severe rash

Be careful

Causes drowsiness and dizziness; avoid alcohol and driving until you know how it affects you.

Other medicines and interactions

Opioids, alcohol and sedatives make drowsiness and breathing problems worse. Antacids reduce absorption; take 2 hours apart. Can be misused.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Use in pregnancy only if benefits outweigh risks; ask your doctor about breastfeeding.

Brands of Gabapentin (2)

Gabapin 100Gabapin 300

Combination medicines that contain Gabapentin (11)

Acegaba-NT 400Baga NTGabaloy-NTGabaneuron NT 400Gabantin-NTGabanyl-NT 400Gabapin NT 400Gabator NTLaregab NTPentanerv-NTTrugaba-NT 400

Common questions

What is Gabapentin used for?

Eases nerve pain (for example from diabetes or shingles) and prevents some seizures.

How does Gabapentin work?

Calms overactive nerves; used for nerve pain (diabetic neuropathy, shingles pain) and some seizures.

How should I take Gabapentin?

Started low (100 to 300 mg at night) and increased over days to three times a day. Do not stop suddenly.

What are the side effects of Gabapentin?

Common: Drowsiness, dizziness, unsteadiness, weight gain, swollen ankles. Get help straight away for: Breathing problems (especially with opioids), mood changes or suicidal thoughts, severe rash.

Does Gabapentin interact with other medicines?

Opioids, alcohol and sedatives make drowsiness and breathing problems worse. Antacids reduce absorption; take 2 hours apart. Can be misused.

Is Gabapentin safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding?

Use in pregnancy only if benefits outweigh risks; ask your doctor about breastfeeding.

Does Gabapentin need a prescription in India?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Which brands contain Gabapentin?

Acegaba-NT 400, Baga NT, Gabaloy-NT, Gabaneuron NT 400, Gabantin-NT, Gabanyl-NT 400, Gabapin 100, Gabapin 300, Gabapin NT 400, Gabator NT, Laregab NT, Pentanerv-NT, Trugaba-NT 400.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu from standard prescribing information.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.