NeuRica Capsule 150 mg (Pregabalin)

Adult dose

This medication should be taken orally, divided into two doses per day, regardless of food intake. 1. Neuropathic Pain 1) Peripheral Neuropathic Pain: The starting dose is 150 mg per day, which can be increased to 300 mg per day after 3 to 7 days. It can be further increased to a maximum of 600 mg per day at weekly intervals. 2) Central Neuropathic Pain: The starting dose is 150 mg per day,

Child dose

Administration in children under 12 years old and adolescents aged 12 to 17 is not recommended due to insufficient safety and efficacy data.

This medication may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviors, so if symptoms of depression or mood changes occur during treatment, it is essential to inform healthcare professionals immediately. Patients should not take this medication if they are allergic to any of its components, and it should not be administered to patients with certain genetic disorders. Diabetic patients may need to adjust their blood sugar control medications due to weight gain, and if symptoms of angioedema, such as swelling of the face or around the mouth, occur due to allergic reactions, the medication should be discontinued immediately. Elderly patients may experience increased dizziness or drowsiness when taking this medication, so caution is necessary due to the risk of falls or injury. This medication may cause blurred vision or changes in vision; if such symptoms occur, stopping the medication may lead to symptom improvement. Sudden discontinuation of this medication can result in withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, headache, and anxiety, so the dosage should be tapered gradually under a physician's guidance. There is a risk of drug abuse, so patients with a history of substance abuse should be particularly cautious, and if signs of abuse are observed, healthcare professionals must be informed immediately. Patients with impaired kidney function may require dosage adjustment of this medication. Patients with heart disease should be cautious when taking this medication, as it may cause heart problems such as congestive heart failure. Caution is necessary when taking this medication with opioid analgesics, as it may exacerbate central nervous system depressant symptoms. Patients with compromised respiratory function or the elderly may be at risk of severe respiratory depression, so dosage adjustment may be necessary. Pregnant women should use effective contraception due to the risk of fetal malformations in early pregnancy, and it is generally advisable for pregnant women to avoid taking this medication unless in special cases. Women who are breastfeeding should consider discontinuing breastfeeding or stopping the medication, as this medication can be transmitted through breast milk and may affect the infant. Caution is required when engaging in hazardous activities like driving or operating machinery until dizziness or drowsiness subsides after taking this medication. If severe rashes or blisters develop on the skin while taking this medication, it should be discontinued immediately, and healthcare advice should be sought. In cases of overdose, symptoms may include drowsiness, confusion, depression, and seizures, requiring immediate medical attention.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash accompanied by high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in the mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath, or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory distress accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination issues

Mild side effects

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

This medication must be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best kept at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance

This medication is a hard capsule that contains a white powder that is white or pale yellow.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle