Nerve pain reliever and Vitamin B12 supplement (Anticonvulsant + Neurotropic vitamin)
Last reviewed July 2026
Who is this for?
This is a combination drug containing Gabapentin (a nerve pain reliever) and Methylcobalamin (a form of Vitamin B12 that helps repair damaged nerves). Together, they calm overactive nerves and support nerve healing.
Binds to the α2-δ subunit of voltage-gated calcium channels in the central nervous system, reducing neuronal excitability and neurotransmitter release, while methylcobalamin replenishes vitamin B12 cofactors essential for myelin synthesis and peripheral nerve regeneration, thereby alleviating neuropathic pain and restoring sensory function.
Nerve pain (sharp, burning, or tingling pain), numbness in hands and feet, diabetic nerve damage, back pain from nerve problems, sciatica (waist pain that shoots down the leg)
Prescription Required
You need a doctor's prescription to buy this drug.
Explore this drug
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. But if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue your regular schedule. Never take two doses at once to make up for it.
Only buy from licensed pharmacies. Brands like Akobal-G and Biopentin Tablets are available in Nigeria, so look out for those. Do not stop taking this drug suddenly as it can cause seizures or withdrawal symptoms; always let your doctor reduce the dose gradually. This is a prescription drug, so do not share it with others even if they have similar symptoms.
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this drug as it can make you extremely drowsy and dizzy. If you are taking antacids (like magnesium or aluminium-based ones), take them at least 2 hours before this drug. Painkillers like tramadol or codeine can increase drowsiness when combined with this drug.
Check your specific combination
Is it safe to take Gabapentin; with your other drugs?
This drug is not considered safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding, so consult your doctor before using it if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Nigerian weather can be very hot, so avoid leaving it in your car or near windows. Keep the tablets in their original pack and far away from children.
For information only: not medical advice. Always talk to a doctor or pharmacist before changing your medication.
Names this drug is sold under, especially in Nigerian and West African pharmacies
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Counterfeit Drug Warning
Fake drugs are a serious problem in Nigeria. Always buy from a registered pharmacy. If the packaging looks different from what is described above, do not use it.