Pregabalin Capsule 75 mg (Pregabalin)

Adult dose

This medication is administered orally in two divided doses, without regard to meals. The dosing and titration vary depending on neuropathic pain (peripheral and central), epilepsy, and fibromyalgia. Peripheral Neuropathic Pain: Initial dose 150 mg/day, increasing to 300 mg/day after 3-7 days, and if necessary, can be further increased up to 600 mg at 7-day intervals. Central Neuropathic Pain: Initial dose 150 mg/day...

Child dose

For children under the age of 12 and adolescents aged 12-17 years, safety and efficacy information is insufficient, hence administration is not recommended.

This medication may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior, so you should inform your healthcare provider immediately if you experience depression or mood changes while taking it. Patients with hypersensitivity to this drug or a hereditary issue with lactose intolerance should not take it. Diabetic patients should be cautious as weight gain may make blood sugar control more difficult, and if symptoms of angioedema appear, the medication should be stopped immediately. Elderly patients are at risk of falls due to dizziness or drowsiness and may experience changes in vision such as blurred vision. Abruptly stopping this medication may result in withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, headache, nausea, and anxiety; therefore, it is advisable to discuss gradual reduction with a healthcare provider. Patients with a history of substance abuse or mental disorders should be particularly cautious as they may be at higher risk for misuse of this medication. Patients with impaired kidney function may require dose adjustments. Patients with heart disease should exercise caution when taking this medication, and concomitant use with opioid analgesics may increase the risk of central nervous system depression. Pregnant women should avoid taking this medication in the early stages of pregnancy due to the risk of fetal malformations, and women of childbearing age should use effective contraception. During breastfeeding, this medication may be transmitted through breast milk and could affect the infant, so consideration should be given to stopping breastfeeding or discontinuing the drug. Activities such as driving or operating machinery should be avoided until you are sure of your state as dizziness or drowsiness may occur after taking the medication. In cases of overdose, symptoms may include confusion, drowsiness, or depression, and treatment such as hemodialysis may be necessary. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container may alter its quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), angioedema, facial swelling, swelling around the mouth and upper respiratory tract, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, severe allergic reactions, severe skin reactions, respiratory problems, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), profound lethargy, liver abnormalities

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• drowsiness
• confusion
• impaired coordination
• irritability
• depression
• euphoria
• decreased libido
• insomnia
• depersonalization

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. Additionally, it is advisable to store the medication at room temperature between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius, avoiding excessively hot or cold environments.

Appearance

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

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle