Product Name
Gabapentin
CAS Number
60142-96-3
Molecular Formula
C9H17NO2
Appearance
White crystalline powder
Description
Gabapentin is an anticonvulsant medication primarily used to treat neuropathic pain and seizures. It works by affecting the central nervous system to stabilize nerve activity and reduce the release of excitatory neurotransmitters. Gabapentin is widely used in the management of various neurological conditions, offering pain relief and seizure control.
Uses
Neuropathic Pain Management
Diabetic Neuropathy: Gabapentin is commonly used to treat pain caused by nerve damage from diabetes, helping to relieve sensations of burning, stabbing, and tingling.
Postherpetic Neuralgia: It effectively alleviates nerve pain following shingles, a condition caused by the varicella-zoster virus.
Fibromyalgia: Gabapentin can help reduce the chronic pain and fatigue associated with fibromyalgia, improving patient comfort and mobility.
Other Neuropathic Pain: Gabapentin is also used in conditions like trigeminal neuralgia, sciatica, and other types of nerve pain that result from injury or compression.
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Seizure Control
Used as an adjunct therapy in the treatment of partial seizures in adults and children.
Helps in controlling seizure activity, especially when other anticonvulsants are not effective.
02
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS)
Prescribed to alleviate the discomfort and urge to move the legs that occurs in restless leg syndrome.
03
Anxiety Management (Off-Label)
Sometimes used off-label to treat generalized anxiety disorder, particularly in patients with comorbid chronic pain or sleep disturbances.
04
Post-Surgical Pain
Used in combination with other pain management therapies following surgery, particularly in preventing chronic pain after nerve-related procedures.
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Quality Standards
- Standards: Conforms to USP and EP
- Purity: ≥ 98%
- Heavy Metals: Lead ≤ 10 ppm, Arsenic ≤ 3 ppm, Cadmium ≤ 1 ppm
- Loss on Drying: ≤ 1.0%
- Microbial Limits: Total Plate Count ≤ 1000 cfu/g, E. coli Negative, Salmonella Negative
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
- Keep in a tightly sealed container to prevent degradation.
- Recommended storage temperature: 15-25°C.
- Protect from excessive heat and humidity to maintain stability.
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