Gabapentin Capsule (Pregabalin)

Adult dose

This medication is administered orally in divided doses of the total daily dose taken twice a day and may be taken without regard to meals. 1. Neuropathic Pain 1) Peripheral Neuropathic Pain - Starting dose: 150 mg per day - After 3 to 7 days, dosage can be increased to 300 mg per day - If needed, it can be further increased to a maximum of 600 mg per day at 7-day intervals 2) Central Neuropathic Pain - Starting dose: 150 mg per day

Child dose

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

This medication may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviors, so close monitoring for depression or mood changes is necessary during treatment. Individuals allergic to pregabalin or any components of this medication should not take it. Patients with lactose intolerance or certain genetic metabolic disorders should also avoid this medication. Diabetic patients may require adjustments to their blood sugar control medications due to weight gain. If symptoms of angioedema occur, discontinue the medication immediately and consult a healthcare provider. Elderly patients should be cautious due to the risk of falls and injury from dizziness or drowsiness. This medication may cause changes in vision, such as blurred vision, so any unusual symptoms should be reported. Withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, headache, and anxiety may occur upon abrupt discontinuation, so gradual tapering is advised. Since there is a potential for drug abuse or dependence, strict adherence to healthcare provider instructions is necessary during use. Patients with impaired kidney function may need dose adjustments. Caution is advised for patients with heart disease when taking this medication. Combining this drug with other CNS depressants may increase the risks of drowsiness or respiratory depression. Pregnant women should avoid this medication due to the risk of fetal malformations, and women of childbearing potential should use effective contraception. Breastfeeding women should consider discontinuing breastfeeding or switching medications since this drug may pass into breast milk. There is a risk of dizziness and drowsiness affecting the ability to drive or operate machinery safely. Severe skin reactions may rarely occur, so discontinue use immediately if rash or redness develops. Overdose may result in confusion, drowsiness, seizures, and may require treatments such as dialysis. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria
• severe swelling (edema)
• chest tightness
• difficulty breathing
• cold sweats
• paleness
• angioedema
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• toxic epidermal necrolysis
• anaphylaxis-like symptoms

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• drowsiness
• rhinitis
• increased appetite
• decreased appetite
• hypoglycemia
• confusion
• dysphoria
• irritability
• depression

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. The storage temperature should be maintained at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This helps preserve the drug's efficacy and safety over a long period.

Appearance

A hard capsule with a white or off-white powder inside, with a white upper part and a white lower part.

Package unit

30 capsules per bottle, 60 capsules per bottle