Lifren Capsule 150 mg (Pregabalin)

Adult dose

This medication contains pregabalin and should be orally administered twice daily, regardless of food. 1. Neuropathic Pain 1) Peripheral Neuropathic Pain The starting dose is 150 mg daily, which may be escalated to 300 mg daily after 3 to 7 days. If necessary, the dose may be increased to a maximum of 600 mg daily at intervals of 7 days. 2) Central Neuropathic Pain The starting dose is 150 mg daily.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy data is insufficient for children under 12 years old and adolescents aged 12 to 17, so use is not recommended.

This drug may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviors, so it is important to closely monitor for symptoms of depression or mood changes during treatment. Patients with a history of allergic reactions to this medication or with certain genetic problems like lactose intolerance should not take it. Diabetic patients may need to adjust the dosage of blood sugar control medications due to weight gain. If symptoms of angioedema occur, such as swelling of the face or around the mouth, discontinue use immediately. Elderly patients should be careful as dizziness or drowsiness may increase the risk of falls. This drug may cause temporary blurred vision or changes in vision; consult a doctor if these symptoms occur. Discontinuing this medication suddenly may result in withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, headache, and anxiety; it should be gradually tapered under medical guidance. Due to the risk of drug abuse, patients with a history of substance abuse should be especially cautious. Patients with impaired kidney function may require dosage adjustments. Patients with severe heart conditions should exercise caution while taking this medication. Taking this drug alongside other central nervous system depressants or opioid analgesics may increase the risk of respiratory depression. In early pregnancy, there is a risk of fetal deformity, so women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should consult a doctor before use. This drug may cause dizziness and drowsiness, requiring caution while driving or operating dangerous machinery. Severe skin reactions may rarely occur; discontinue use immediately and consult medical personnel if symptoms such as rash, blisters, or fever appear. In the event of an overdose, symptoms such as confusion, depression, and seizures may occur, requiring immediate medical attention. Store out of reach of children and do not transfer the medication to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), angioedema, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, paleness, severe allergic reactions, severe rashes with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eye mucous membranes, severe skin adverse reactions, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), profound lethargy, abnormal liver function (jaundice), sudden and severe headaches,

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is important to maintain the storage temperature between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius to safeguard the medication's efficacy for a longer duration.

Appearance

A hard capsule with white powder in the upper part and white in the lower part.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 60 capsules/bottle