Lyrica Capsule 150 mg (Pregabalin)

Adult dose

This medication should be taken orally twice a day without regard to food. 1. Neuropathic Pain - Peripheral Neuropathic Pain: Starting dose is 150 mg once daily, which can be increased to 300 mg once daily after 3 to 7 days, and can be further increased to a maximum of 600 mg once daily at 7-day intervals. - Central Neuropathic Pain: Starting dose is 150 mg once daily, which can be increased to 300 mg once daily after 1 week.

Child dose

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

This medication may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviors, so if mood changes or abnormal behavior occur during treatment, consult a doctor immediately. Patients with hypersensitivity to this medication or specific genetic disorders such as lactose intolerance should not take it. Patients with diabetes may need to adjust the dosage of blood sugar control medications due to potential weight gain after taking this medication. If symptoms of angioedema occur, stop taking the medication immediately and go to the hospital. Elderly patients should be cautious as this medication may increase the risk of falls due to dizziness or drowsiness. Some patients may experience blurred vision or changes in vision after taking this medication, and if symptoms occur, they should consult a doctor. Sudden discontinuation of this medication may lead to withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, headache, and anxiety, so it should be gradually reduced according to the doctor's instructions. Patients with a history of drug abuse may have a higher risk of abuse when taking this medication, so special caution is needed. Patients with impaired kidney function may need to adjust the dosage of this medication. Patients with severe heart disease should discuss with their doctor before taking this medication. Caution should be observed when taking this medication with other drugs that have central nervous system depressant effects, as it may increase the risk of drowsiness or respiratory depression. Pregnant women should avoid this medication in early pregnancy as it may affect the fetus and women of childbearing age should use effective contraception when taking it. Lactating women should consult their doctor regarding breastfeeding as this medication may be transferred through breast milk. Before driving or operating hazardous machinery, make sure to check for dizziness or drowsiness caused by this medication. This medication may rarely cause severe skin reactions, so if skin rashes or swelling occur, stop taking it immediately and go to the hospital. In case of overdose, symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, and seizures may occur, requiring immediate emergency treatment. Keep this medication out of reach of children and do not transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eyes mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory changes accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), profound lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• drowsiness
• confusion
• disorientation
• irritability
• depression
• euphoria
• decreased libido
• insomnia
• depersonalization

This medication can be sensitive to air and humidity, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius to preserve the efficacy of the medication.

Appearance

A white capsule with a white upper part and a white lower part containing white powder that is white or pale yellow.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 60 capsules/bottle