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However, if you happen to miss a dose, here’s what you should do: 1. Take it as soon as you remember. If you remember that you missed a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. If you forget to take gabapentin capsules, tablets, or oral solution, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose or if you forget to take gabapentin extended-release tablets, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. If you forget to take gabapentin capsules, tablets, or oral solution, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose or if you forget to take gabapentin extended-release tablets, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. However, the dose is usually not more than 1800 mg per day (600 mg 3 times per day). Children 3 to 11 years of age—Dose is based on body weight and must be determined by your doctor. The starting dose is 10 to 15 milligrams (mg) per kilogram (kg) of body weight per day and divided in 3 doses. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed and What do I do if I miss a dose? Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. How do I store and/or throw out this drug? Liquid (solution): Store in a refrigerator. Do not freeze. All other Missed a Dose? Speak with your veterinarian about what to do if you forget to give your pet a dose of gabapentin. Generally, your veterinarian may advise you to give the dose when you remember. However, if it’s almost time for your next dose, your veterinarian may instruct you to skip the missed dose and resume your normal dosing schedule. In this case, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. • Do . NOT. take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. What side effects can this medication cause? All medicines can cause side effects, which may range from mild to severe. The most common side effects of gabapentin are: • Drowsiness Taking the first dose If you miss a dose of Gabapentin, take it as soon as you remember, unless it’s almost time for your next scheduled dose. In that case, skip the missed dose. Never double up on doses to compensate for a missed one, as this can lead to increased side effects. If it's within 2 hours of the next dose, it's better to leave out the missed dose and take your next dose as normal. Never take 2 doses at the same time. Never take an extra dose to make up for a forgotten one. The alternative is to wait until the next dose is scheduled. • However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your medication as normal. • Do not take two doses together. What if I want to stop taking Gabapentin? • Do not stop taking gabapentin suddenly, you might experience withdrawal symptoms. 7. What should I do if I miss a dose of gabapentin for my dog? If you miss a dose of gabapentin for your dog, it is best to give the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dosing schedule. Do not double up on doses to make up for a missed dose. 8. What if I forget or miss a dose? If you forget a dose then you can consider taking it when you remember that night but this may result in sleepiness the following day and affect your concentration, work or driving ability. The alternative is to wait until the next dose is scheduled. Can I take it long term? • Normally, the starting dose is small and may be taken between one and three times a day, but the dose will be gradually increased. • Normally a minimum dose of gabapentin 300mg three times per day is needed to get any benefit and the dose may need to be increased to 1200 mg three times per day. Gralise: If a dose is missed, take with food as soon as they remember; if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the regular time; do not take two doses at the same time What do I do if I miss a dose? Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. You can give the missed dose in the morning, as long as this is at least 12 hours before the evening dose is due. If you usually give it twice a day: If you remember up to 4 hours after you should have given a dose, give your child the missed dose. For example, if you usually give a dose at about 7am, you can give the missed dose at any time up What happens if you miss a dose of gabapentin? If you forget to take your gabapentin dose, what you should do depends on which form you’re taking: IR gabapentin : Take your missed dose as soon as you remember. What if I forget or miss a dose? If you forget a dose then you can consider taking it when you remember that night but this may result in sleepiness the following day and affect your concentration, work or driving ability. The alternative is to wait until the next dose is scheduled. Can I take it long term? Yes, if it helps. Gabapentin Gabapentin is a medicine which is used to treat certain types of pain and to treat epilepsy. You are on this medicine to treat your pain. Dosage: Take only as directed. These directions may change. Gabapentin is usually started at a low dose and then increased slowly to find the best dose. (Please see the section on increasing The recommended maintenance dose of gabapentin capsules in patients 5 to 11 years of age is 25 mg/kg/day to 35 mg/kg/day, given in three divided doses. Gabapentin may be administered as the oral solution, capsule, or tablet, or using combinations of these formulations. Dosages up to 50 mg/kg/day have been well tolerated in a long-term clinical
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