GABAPENTIN, 300mg caps.
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DORAGABA3C-
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60000
HS Code:
300490
Last Updated on:
11/12/2024, 21:56:39
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Code(s):
DORAZBD0491 DORAZNL0339
Classification of the medicines in groups and subgroups according to their therapeutic use.
The classification used by MSF is based on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines.
N03AX12
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification according to WHOCC
Substance listed as Narcotic Drug or Psychotropic Substance, and as precursors. Other substances may be subject to restrictions according to national regulations. These substances require an import permit from the country of destination when ordering.
Thermosensitive codes are defined for storage and transportation temperature requirements of the products.
GABAPENTIN
- Not in the WHO list of Essential Medicines 2023 (WHO does not recommend inclusion of gabapentin on the EML for neuropathic pain because of its uncertain benefits.)
Therapeutic Action
Analgesic
Indications
Neuropathic specific adjuvant with analgesic and opioid-sparing effects and preventive effect on peripheral neuropathic pain.
Consider in the preoperative period for some patients:
- who are undergoing major surgery, thoracotomy, amputation
- with pre-existing neuropathic pain or risk factors
- with anticipated high levels of pain (opioid-sparing)
Consider in the postoperative period, for some patients:
- who underwent major surgery
- who underwent thoracotomy
- who underwent an amputation
- with anticipated high levels of pain (opioid-sparing)
- not responding to standard analgesia
in association with amitryptiline.
Instructions for use
In some countries, gabapentin is on the list of narcotics: follow national regulations. (Cf Introduction: Narcotic and psychotropic medicines under international control)
Precautions for Use
Adverse effects: dizziness, sedation.
Storage
Below 25°C - Protect from sunlight