Pregabalin Capsule 150mg (Pregabalin)

Adult dose

This medication is administered orally, divided into two doses per day, regardless of food. 1. Neuropathic Pain - Peripheral neuropathic pain: Starting dose of 150 mg per day, can be increased to 300 mg daily within 3 to 7 days, can further be increased to a maximum of 600 mg daily at 7-day intervals if needed. - Central neuropathic pain: Starting dose of 150 mg per day, can be increased to 300 mg daily after one week.

Child dose

There is insufficient safety and efficacy data for children under 12 years of age and adolescents aged 12 to 17; therefore, use is not recommended.

This medication may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviors, so mood changes or unusual behavior should be closely monitored during use. Do not take if allergic to pregabalin or any components of this drug. Diabetes patients may experience weight gain with this medication, necessitating possible adjustments in their blood glucose control medication dosage. Immediately stop taking this medication and consult with a healthcare professional if allergic reactions such as angioedema occur. Elderly patients should be cautious as dizziness or drowsiness may increase the risk of falls or injury while taking this medication. Blurry vision or changes in vision may occur while on this medication, and a doctor should be consulted if symptoms persist. Care should be taken when discontinuing this medication if it is being used in conjunction with other antiepileptic drugs. Stopping abruptly can lead to withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, headache, and anxiety, so tapering off is necessary. This medication has the potential for abuse, so inform healthcare providers of mental health conditions and any history of drug use. Patients with reduced kidney function may require dosage adjustments, and kidney function may improve after discontinuation. Patients with heart failure should take caution while on this medication, and those with heart conditions should consult a healthcare provider. When taken with opioid analgesics, there is a risk of central nervous system depression, so special caution is warranted if used together. This medication can cause respiratory depression, so patients with respiratory diseases or kidney disorders may require dosage adjustments. Women of childbearing potential should be cautious during early pregnancy as there is a risk of fetal malformation; those planning to become pregnant should consult healthcare providers and use effective contraception. This medication can cause dizziness and drowsiness, so driving or operating dangerous machinery should be avoided until symptoms improve. Severe skin reactions, such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, can rarely occur, so if abnormal skin symptoms arise, stop taking the medication immediately and inform a healthcare provider. This medication has low drug interaction potential, but taking it with alcohol or central nervous system depressants may increase the risk of drowsiness or respiratory depression. Pregnant or nursing women should consult healthcare providers before taking this medication and are advised to avoid it while breastfeeding. In cases of overdose, confusion, drowsiness, depression, seizures, etc., can occur, so immediate emergency treatment is necessary. This medication must be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to another container.

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 mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, cough with fever accompanied by respiratory abnormalities, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headache, seizures, disorientation, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination issues

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is important to maintain the storage temperature between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius. This ensures the medication's effectiveness is safely preserved.

Appearance

A hard capsule with white powder inside, with white upper and lower parts.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle