Pregabalin Capsule 75mg (Pregabalin)

Adult dose

This medication should be taken orally in two divided doses daily regardless of food. Peripheral type neuropathic pain: Starting dose is 150 mg per day, which can be increased to 300 mg per day after 3 to 7 days, and may further increase to a maximum of 600 mg as needed at intervals of 7 days. Central type neuropathic pain: Starting dose is 150 mg per day, which can be increased to 300 mg per day after one week.

Child dose

Administration is not recommended for children under 12 years of age and adolescents aged 12 to 17 due to insufficient safety and efficacy data.

This medication may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviors, so mood changes or unusual behaviors should be monitored closely during treatment. Patients allergic to any of the components of this medication should not take it. Diabetic patients should be cautious as weight gain may necessitate adjustments in their blood sugar control medications. If serious allergic reactions such as angioedema occur, discontinuation of the medication is required. Elderly patients should take extra care initially due to side effects like dizziness or drowsiness that may increase the risk of falls. Vision changes or blurring may occur; if any abnormalities arise, consulting a doctor is advised. Discontinuing this medication suddenly may cause withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, headache, and anxiety, so it must be tapered under a doctor's guidance. Due to the risk of drug abuse, patients with a history of substance abuse should exercise extra caution. Patients with reduced kidney function may need dosage adjustments. Patients with severe heart disease should be cautious when taking this medication. If taken with CNS depressants, respiratory depression or drowsiness may be exacerbated, so caution is required. In early pregnancy, there may be a risk of fetal malformation, so this medication should be avoided during pregnancy, and effective contraceptive methods should be used by women of childbearing age. During breastfeeding, this medication is transmitted through breast milk; therefore, breastfeeding should be discontinued or a doctor consulted. Hazardous activities like driving or operating machinery should be avoided until drowsiness or dizziness from taking this medication resolves. In case of overdose, symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, and depression may occur. Appropriate treatment, such as hemodialysis, may be required if necessary. Keep out of reach of children and avoid transferring to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, paleness, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, consciousness disturbances, visual abnormalities, paralysis.

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 protect it from air and moisture. It is best kept at a temperature between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius to maintain effectiveness over time.

Appearance

A hard capsule with a light reddish-brown upper part and a white lower part containing a white or light yellow powder.

Package unit

Domestic use - 30 capsules/bottle, Domestic use - 100 capsules/bottle, Export use - 30 capsules/box [10 capsules/PTP X 3]