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Presta Capsule 75 mg (Pregabalin)

Presta Capsule 75 mg (Pregabalin)

Prescription medicationHard capsule경구
Ingredient · strength
Pregabalin›75mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
(주)바이넥스
Appearance
Hard capsules with a reddish-brown upper part and a white lower part containing white or pale yellow powder.
Packaging
100 capsules/bottle, 30 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201109285 · Approved 2011.10.31 · Insurance code 643103440

Summary

Main use
Treatment of peripheral and central neuropathic pain, adjunctive therapy for partial seizures in epilepsy, improvement of fibromyalgia.
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
This medication is taken orally, divided into two doses per day, regardless of food. 1. Neuropathic Pain - Peripheral Neuropathic Pain: Starting dose of 150 mg per day, can be increased to 300 mg per day after 3 to 7 days, and later increased to a maximum of 600 mg per day at 7-day intervals. - Central Neuropathic Pain: Starting dose of 150 mg per day, increased to 300 mg one week later.
Child dose
Use is not recommended for pediatric patients under 12 years of age and adolescents aged 12 to 17 due to insufficient safety and efficacy data.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)바이넥스

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of peripheral and central neuropathic pain, adjunctive therapy for partial seizures in epilepsy, improvement of fibromyalgia.

  • Peripheral neuropathic pain
  • central neuropathic pain
  • partial seizures
  • fibromyalgia
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This medicine helps treat peripheral and central neuropathic pain in adults. It is also used as an adjunctive therapy for partial seizures in epilepsy, with or without secondary generalization. Additionally, it is effective in alleviating symptoms of fibromyalgia. It is used for the treatment of various neurological disorders to help improve the patient's condition.

How to take

Adult dose

This medication is taken orally, divided into two doses per day, regardless of food. 1. Neuropathic Pain - Peripheral Neuropathic Pain: Starting dose of 150 mg per day, can be increased to 300 mg per day after 3 to 7 days, and later increased to a maximum of 600 mg per day at 7-day intervals. - Central Neuropathic Pain: Starting dose of 150 mg per day, increased to 300 mg one week later.

Child dose

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

Precautions

This medication may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviors, so careful monitoring for abnormal changes in mood or behavior is necessary during treatment. Avoid administration if there is hypersensitivity to this medication or if specific genetic conditions such as lactose intolerance are present. Diabetic patients may need to adjust the dosage of blood sugar control medications due to weight gain. If symptoms of angioedema occur, discontinuation of the medication should be immediate, and caution is necessary for the elderly due to the risk of injury from dizziness or drowsiness. Blurred vision or changes in eyesight may occur, and these symptoms may improve upon discontinuation of the medication. Withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, headache, and anxiety may occur upon discontinuation, so consultation with medical staff is necessary. Patients with a history of substance abuse should be cautious due to the risk of misuse, and monitoring for signs of misuse or dependence is required. Patients with decreased kidney function may require dose adjustments. Patients with heart disease should use this medication carefully due to the risk of heart failure during treatment. Co-administration with opioid analgesics may increase the risk of central nervous system depression, so caution is warranted. During early pregnancy, there may be a risk of fetal malformations; therefore, use during pregnancy should be avoided, and women of childbearing age should employ effective contraceptive methods. During lactation, this medication can be transmitted to breast milk and may affect infants, so consideration should be given to discontinuing breastfeeding or the medication. Caution is needed when driving or operating machinery due to the risk of accidents caused by dizziness and drowsiness. Severe skin reactions may occur, so immediate discontinuation is necessary if any skin abnormal symptoms arise. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, and seizures may occur, and treatment such as hemodialysis may be necessary. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and transferring it to other containers may reduce its quality, so caution is needed.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives
  • severe swelling (edema)
  • angioedema
  • facial swelling
  • flushing
  • chest tightness
  • difficulty breathing
  • respiratory distress
  • respiratory suppression
  • severe allergic reactions
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  • severe rashes with high fever
  • blisters
  • skin peeling
  • papular rashes
  • oral/ocular mucosal pain
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • toxic epidermal necrolysis
  • mucosal skin syndrome
  • severe skin adverse reactions
  • severe edema
  • generalized edema
  • increased blood pressure
  • sudden and severe symptoms

Mild side effects

  • Dizziness
  • drowsiness
  • confusion
  • impaired sense of direction
  • irritability
  • depression
  • euphoria
  • decreased libido
  • insomnia
  • depersonalization
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  • altered sexual arousal
  • restlessness
  • anxiety
  • mood swings
  • emotional blunting
  • emotional elevation
  • difficulty finding appropriate terms
  • hallucinations
  • abnormal dreams
  • increased libido
  • panic attacks
  • impulsivity
  • apathy
  • ataxia
  • impaired motor coordination
  • balance disorders
  • amnesia
  • attention deficits
  • memory impairment
  • tremors
  • speech disorders
  • sensory abnormalities
  • decreased sensation

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and humidity, preferably at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's efficacy and ensures safe use.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Hard capsules with a reddish-brown upper part and a white lower part containing white or pale yellow powder.

Package unit

100 capsules/bottle, 30 capsules/bottle

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