Rygab 450mg Tablet ER belongs to a group of medications called anticonvulsants used to manage or prevent neuropathic pain and epilepsy. Besides this, occasionally used to treat migraine headaches. Neuropathic pain is a chronic progressive nerve disease that causes nerve pain. On the other hand, epilepsy is a nervous system disorder that occurs due to disturbed nerve cell activity in the brain.

Rygab 450mg Tablet ER contains Gabapentin' which works by binding to the specific site on voltage-gated calcium channels; this helps in relieving nerve pain and lowers the risk of seizures. Besides this, it also decreases the number of pain signals sent out by damaged nerves in the body.

Rygab 450mg Tablet ER is available on prescription. It comes as capsules, tablets, and a liquid that you drink. Rygab 450mg Tablet ER can be taken by adults and children aged six years and over. Take Rygab 450mg Tablet ER exactly as directed. Please do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Sometimes, you may experience some side effects, including feeling sleepy, tired and dizzy. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Rygab 450mg Tablet ER for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Please do not stop taking Rygab 450mg Tablet ER without consulting your doctor as it could cause withdrawal symptoms. Do not take Rygab 450mg Tablet ER if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by the doctor. Rygab 450mg Tablet ER may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive if you are alert. Rygab 450mg Tablet ER should not be given to children unless prescribed. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Rygab 450mg Tablet ER as it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness. Keep your doctor informed of your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Rygab 450mg Tablet ER belongs to a class of medications called 'anticonvulsants' used to prevent neuropathic pain (pain due to damaged nerves), fibromyalgia (musculoskeletal pain), and epilepsy (fits). It works by binding to the specific site on voltage-gated calcium channels and blocking the action of overexcited channels; this helps in relieving nerve pain and lowers the risk of seizures. Overall it reduces nerve pain by interfering with pain signals travelling through the damaged nerves and the brain.

Do not take Rygab 450mg Tablet ER if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor before taking Rygab 450mg Tablet ER if you have symptoms of suicidal ideation or behaviour, drug addiction, chronic pulmonary insufficiency, muscle weakness, heart problems, liver/kidney impairment. Please do not stop taking Rygab 450mg Tablet ER without consulting your doctor as it could cause withdrawal symptoms. Do not take Rygab 450mg Tablet ER if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by the doctor. Avoid driving and consuming alcohol along with Rygab 450mg Tablet ER it could lead to increased dizziness and sleepiness. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience suicidal tendencies. Avoid taking St John's Wort herbal supplement (antidepressant) while taking Rygab 450mg Tablet ER as it might cause increased dizziness and sleepiness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

• Do not take Rygab 450mg Tablet ER for a prolonged time; it may lead to mental or physical dependence on Rygab 450mg Tablet ER.
• If you are taking any antacids containing aluminium or magnesium, try to keep at least 2 hours gap between the intake of Rygab 450mg Tablet ER and these antacids to avoid drug-drug interaction.
• Rygab 450mg Tablet ER can make you feel dizzy or drowsy, try to get up slowly while rising from a sitting or lying position.
• Rygab 450mg Tablet ER can cause dry mouth, so in that case, drink water or fluids, suck hard candy or ice, chew (sugarless) gum, or use a saliva substitute.