Cabalin Capsule 75 mg (Pregabalin)

Adult dosage

This medication is taken orally, with the total daily dosage divided into two doses, without regard to food. 1. Neuropathic pain - Peripheral neuropathic pain: Starting dose of 150 mg per day, can be increased to 300 mg daily after 3-7 days, and if necessary, can be further increased to a maximum of 600 mg daily at 7-day intervals. - Central neuropathic pain: Starting dose of 150 mg daily, can be increased to 300 mg daily after one week.

Children's dosage

There is insufficient safety and efficacy data for children under 12 years and adolescents aged 12-17, so administration is not recommended.

This medication may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviors, so if any mood or behavioral changes occur during treatment, consult a physician immediately. This medication should not be taken if there is hypersensitivity or certain genetic disorders such as lactose intolerance. Patients with diabetes should exercise caution as weight gain may require adjustments in the dosage of blood sugar control medications. If symptoms of angioedema, such as swelling of the face or around the mouth, occur, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Elderly patients should be careful as this medication can cause dizziness or drowsiness, leading to a risk of falls or injury. Transient visual blurring or changes in vision may occur; if these symptoms appear, inform a physician. Sudden discontinuation of this medication may lead to withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, headache, nausea, and anxiety, so dosage should be gradually reduced according to a physician's instructions. Patients with a history of substance abuse should use this medication with caution, as there may be a risk of misuse, and monitoring for symptoms of misuse or dependence is necessary. Patients with impaired kidney function may require dosage adjustments. Patients with severe heart disease should use this medication with caution. Caution is required when taken with opioid analgesics, as it may increase the risk of central nervous system depression. Patients with respiratory or neurological diseases or elderly patients may be at risk of severe respiratory depression, so dosing should be adjusted. During early pregnancy, there may be a risk of fetal malformations, so it is advisable not to use this medication during pregnancy, and effective contraception should be practiced in women of childbearing potential. Women who are breastfeeding should discuss with their physician the potential transfer of this medication into breast milk, which may require discontinuation of breastfeeding or the medication. This medication may cause dizziness and drowsiness, so changes in symptoms should be monitored before driving or operating dangerous machinery. Rarely, serious skin reactions may occur, so if any skin abnormalities appear, discontinue use immediately and inform a healthcare professional. In case of overdose, symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, and depression may occur, and immediate emergency treatment is needed. Keep this medication out of reach of children and ensure it is not transferred to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, severe rashes with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucous membranes, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanying cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• drowsiness
• confusion
• loss of directional sense
• irritability
• depression
• euphoria
• decreased libido
• insomnia
• depersonalization

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture; therefore, it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. Additionally, it is important to store it at a cool temperature between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its efficacy.

Appearance

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

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle