Pregatin Capsule 75 mg (Pregabalin)

Adult dose

This medication should be taken orally, divided into two doses daily, regardless of food intake. 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 may be further increased to a maximum of 600 mg at intervals of 7 days. - Central neuropathic pain: Starting dose of 150 mg per day can be increased to 300 mg after one week.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy data for children under 12 years of age and for adolescent patients aged 12-17 are insufficient, so administration is not recommended.

This medication may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviors, so patients taking it should inform their healthcare provider if they experience depression or mood changes. Patients with allergies to any components of this medication, or those with specific genetic issues such as lactose intolerance, should not use it. Diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar levels closely as this medication can cause weight gain and changes in blood glucose levels. In case of severe allergic reactions such as angioedema, patients should stop taking the medication immediately and consult their healthcare provider. Elderly patients may experience increased dizziness or sedation, which could heighten the risk of falls and other accidents; caution is advised. Visual disturbances may occur; if symptoms arise, patients should inform their healthcare provider. Abrupt discontinuation of this medication can lead to withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, headaches, and anxiety, so it should be tapered off gradually according to the healthcare provider's instructions. There is a risk of drug abuse, so patients with a history of substance abuse should take this medication with caution and report any signs of abuse immediately. Patients with decreased kidney function may require dosage adjustments. Patients with heart disease should consult their healthcare provider before taking this medication, especially those with severe heart failure. Caution is required if taking this medication alongside opioid analgesics due to an increased risk of central nervous system and respiratory depression. During early pregnancy, there is a risk of fetal malformations, so women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should consult their healthcare provider before taking this medication and should use effective contraceptive methods. Women who are breastfeeding should consider discontinuing either breastfeeding or the medication, as this drug can be passed into breast milk. Dizziness and sedation are common, so patients should avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until they are sure of how the medication affects them. In case of overdose, symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, and seizures may occur, so patients should seek appropriate medical treatment immediately. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and transferring it to other containers should be avoided.

Serious side effects

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

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 exposure to air or humidity. It is best to maintain storage temperatures between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

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

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 200 capsules/bottle