Selperin Capsule 75 mg (Pregabalin)

Adult dosage

This medication is taken orally in divided total daily doses, twice a day, with or without food. 1. Neuropathic Pain 1) Peripheral Neuropathic Pain: Start with a dose of 150 mg per day, which may be increased to 300 mg per day after 3-7 days, with a maximum daily dose potentially increased to 600 mg at 7-day intervals if necessary. 2) Central Neuropathic Pain: Start with a dose of 150 mg per day, which may be increased to 300 mg per day after one week based on individual response and tolerability.

Children's dosage

Safety and efficacy data in pediatric patients under 12 years of age and adolescents aged 12-17 are insufficient, and administration is not recommended.

This medication may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviors, so if symptoms of depression or mood changes occur during treatment, consult a physician immediately. Do not take this medication if you have hypersensitivity to it or specific genetic conditions such as lactose intolerance. Diabetes patients should be cautious as they may need to adjust the dosage of blood sugar control medications due to weight gain. If symptoms of angioedema occur, stop taking the medication immediately and inform healthcare personnel. Elderly patients should be cautious when initially taking this medication due to the risk of falls caused by dizziness or drowsiness. If blurred vision or changes in eyesight occur, consult a physician, and the medication may be discontinued if necessary. Discontinuing the medication suddenly can lead to withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, headaches, and anxiety, so it is advisable to taper off gradually under the guidance of a physician. Due to the potential for drug abuse or dependence, patients with a history of psychiatric disorders should be monitored closely. Patients with compromised kidney function may require dosage adjustments. Patients with heart disease should be cautious when taking this medication. Taking this medication together with opioid analgesics may increase the risk of central nervous system depression, requiring caution. Patients with weak respiratory function or the elderly may have an increased risk of severe respiratory depression, necessitating careful attention. Pregnant women should avoid this medication during early pregnancy due to the risk of fetal malformation, and women of childbearing age should use effective contraception. Lactating women should consult a physician about discontinuing breastfeeding or the medication as it may be transferred through breast milk. Before driving or operating dangerous machinery, ensure that dizziness or drowsiness is evaluated after taking this medication. Severe skin reactions may rarely occur, so if symptoms such as skin rash, redness, or blisters appear, immediately inform healthcare personnel and discontinue the medication. In case of overdose, severe drowsiness, confusion, or depression may occur, requiring immediate emergency treatment. Keep out of reach of children and avoid transferring the medication to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, painful mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, severe skin adverse reactions, trouble breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory distress accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver dysfunction (jaundice), sudden and very severe headaches, thunderclap headaches.

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• drowsiness
• nasopharyngitis
• neutropenia
• increased appetite
• decreased appetite
• hypoglycemia
• confusion
• spatial disorientation
• irritability

Store this medication in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. Also, avoid places that are too hot or too cold, and maintain it in a temperature range of 15 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

A hard capsule with a reddish-brown upper part and a white lower part filled with white powder that is white or light yellow.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 60 capsules/bottle