Does Gabantin Frte And Neugaba Cause Weight Gain?

Posted on Fri, 14 Nov 2014

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Question : I am taking GABANTIN FRTE 300 (1-0-1) AND NEUGABA75 SOS for the past 6years or so. for Obturator Neuragia. Also as per my neurulogist I am Syndopa(1-1-1 and Rasalect 0.5 for the XXXXXXX 4 months or so. Also for min 5.5 hours sleep I take Stinoct 6.25 (0-0-1) Of late my weight shot up by 10kg. Is it due to the medcation

Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
GABANTIN FORTE can cause weight gain depending on

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

I have studied your case.

GABANTIN FORTE can cause weight gain depending on your metabolism. It can also increase appetite or make you crave certain types of foods like those high in carbohydrates or fat. The weight gain may be from a slow down of your metabolism or cause fluid retention.

It’s better to reduce weight by diet and exercises.

Syndopa and Stinoct will also reduce metabolism and lead to weight gain.

You can take high protein, and vitamin diet,
Avoid fatty, oily, junk food.
Drink 4 to 5 little water daily.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.

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