Pregabalin 75 mg Capsule

Adult dose

This medication is administered orally in divided doses twice a day, independent of food intake. 1. Neuropathic pain - Peripheral neuropathic pain: The starting dose may be 150 mg per day, with an increase to 300 mg per day within 3 to 7 days. If necessary, the dose can be increased to a maximum of 600 mg per day at intervals of 7 days. - Central neuropathic pain: Starting dose...

Child dose

The safety and efficacy data are insufficient for children under 12 years of age and adolescents aged 12 to 17, so administration is not recommended.

This medication may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior, so any mood changes or abnormal behavior during treatment should be reported to healthcare professionals immediately. This medication should not be taken by patients with hypersensitivity to this drug or certain genetic conditions such as lactose intolerance. Diabetes patients may need dosage adjustments for blood sugar control due to weight gain, and if symptoms of angioedema occur, the medication should be stopped immediately. Elderly patients should be cautious due to the increased risk of falls from dizziness or drowsiness as side effects. This medication may cause blurred vision or changes in eyesight, and if these symptoms occur, consultation with a healthcare professional is advised. Abrupt discontinuation of this medication may lead to withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, headache, and anxiety, so it should be stopped gradually under professional guidance. Patients with a history of substance abuse or mental disorders may be at higher risk of misuse or dependence on this medication and should use it with caution. Patients with impaired kidney function may need dosage adjustments. Patients with weak heart function should use this medication cautiously, and if symptoms of heart failure develop, they should consult a healthcare professional. When taken with other central nervous system depressants such as opioids, there is an increased risk of respiratory depression, so caution is advised. In early pregnancy, there is a risk of fetal malformations, so pregnant women should avoid taking this medication, and women of childbearing potential should use effective contraception. Breastfeeding women are advised to stop breastfeeding or discontinue this medication as it may pass into breast milk. Caution should be taken when driving or operating machinery as dizziness or drowsiness can pose an accident risk. This medication can cause severe allergic reactions on the skin, so if a skin rash or swelling occurs, treatment should be stopped immediately and healthcare professionals notified. Overdose can result in confusion, drowsiness, seizures, and may require treatment such as blood dialysis if necessary. Keep out of reach of children and do not transfer to another container for safety.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, vision disturbances, paralysis, urinary retention.

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• drowsiness
• confusion
• loss of direction sense
• irritability
• depression
• euphoria
• decreased libido
• insomnia
• depersonalization

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from exposure to air and moisture. It is also recommended to store it in a cool place at room temperature between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius, avoiding extreme heat or cold.

Appearance

A hard capsule with an upper dark brown part and a lower white part filled with white powder.

Package unit

<Domestic> 30 capsules/bottle, 60 capsules/bottle <Export> 30 capsules (10 capsules/PTP x 3)