Pregablin Capsule 150 mg (Pregabalin)

Adult dose

This medication should be taken orally in two divided doses per day without regard to food. 1. Neuropathic Pain - Peripheral neuropathic pain: Starting dose is 150 mg per day, and may be increased to 300 mg per day within 3 to 7 days, and if necessary, to a maximum of 600 mg with 7-day intervals. - Central neuropathic pain: Starting dose is 150 mg per day, increased to 300 mg per day after one week, additional

Child dose

Safety and efficacy data in children under 12 years and adolescents aged 12 to 17 are insufficient, so use is not recommended.

This drug may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior; if during treatment there are signs of depression or mood changes, consult your doctor immediately. Patients with hypersensitivity to this medication or specific genetic issues like lactose intolerance should not take it. Diabetic patients should be cautious as weight gain may require adjustments to blood sugar-controlling medications. If allergic reactions such as angioedema occur, stop taking the medication immediately and seek medical attention. Elderly patients should be particularly careful when starting the medication due to the risk of dizziness or drowsiness, which may lead to falls. Vision blurriness or changes may occur, so consult your doctor if these symptoms happen. Discontinuing this medication abruptly may lead to withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, headaches, and anxiety, so it should be gradually reduced under a doctor’s supervision. There is a risk of drug abuse; thus, patients with a history of substance abuse should be particularly cautious and report any unusual behaviors immediately. Patients with impaired kidney function may need a dose adjustment, so consult your doctor. Caution is required for patients with heart disease while taking this medication. Taking this medication in combination with opioid analgesics may increase the risk of central nervous system depression, so be cautious during concurrent use. Patients with weak respiratory function or elderly individuals may be at risk of severe respiratory depression and may require dosage adjustments. Pregnant women should avoid this medication, especially in early pregnancy, due to potential congenital malformations for the fetus, and women of childbearing age should use effective contraception. Breastfeeding women should consider the possibility of this medication passing into breast milk and potentially affecting the baby, and should make a careful decision regarding breastfeeding. It is advisable to avoid activities requiring attention, such as driving or operating machinery, during the initial period of taking this medication. Severe skin reactions may occur infrequently, so if skin rashes or other unusual symptoms develop, stop taking the medication and consult your doctor immediately. Overdose may cause drowsiness, confusion, depression, and may require treatments such as hemodialysis.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or breathing difficulties, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities with cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, lightning-like headaches, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination changes

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• drowsiness
• confusion
• spatial disorientation
• irritability
• depression
• euphoria
• decreased libido
• insomnia
• depersonalization

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture and is best kept at room temperature, between 15°C and 30°C. This storage preserves the medication's efficacy over time and prevents degradation.

Appearance

White hard capsule containing white powder

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 60 capsules/bottle