Pregabalin 75 mg Capsule

Adult dose

This medication is administered orally as pregabalin, with a total daily dose divided into 2 doses regardless of food intake. 1. Neuropathic pain - Peripheral neuropathic pain: Starting dosage is 150 mg daily, which may be increased to 300 mg daily after 3 to 7 days. If necessary, it can be further increased to a maximum of 600 mg daily at 7-day intervals. - Central neuropathic pain: Starting dosage is 150 mg daily, with potential increment to 300 mg daily after one week.

Child dose

There is insufficient safety and efficacy data in children under 12 years of age and adolescents aged 12 to 17, thus administration is not recommended.

This medication may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviors, so if symptoms of depression or abnormal mood changes occur during use, patients must inform their healthcare provider immediately. Patients with hypersensitivity to any ingredient in this medication or lactose intolerance should not use it, and lactose-containing formulations should not be administered to patients with hereditary lactose metabolism disorders. Diabetic patients should be cautious, as weight gain may necessitate dosage adjustments for blood glucose control medications. If symptoms of angioedema, such as swelling of the face or around the mouth, occur, stop taking the medication immediately. Elderly patients could experience dizziness, drowsiness, or confusion when taking this medication, and care should be taken to ensure safety until they acclimate to these effects. Vision disturbances or changes may occur, and discontinuing the medication could lead to improvement in these symptoms. Withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, headache, nausea, and anxiety may occur when discontinuing the medication, so consultation with a healthcare provider is necessary. Patients with a history of drug abuse should be particularly cautious, as this medication may carry a high risk of abuse, and monitoring for signs of abuse is advised. Patients with impaired kidney function may require dosage adjustments, and there have been cases of improved kidney function following cessation of treatment. Patients with heart disease should exercise caution when taking this medication, especially those with severe congestive heart failure. Caution should also be observed when taken with opioid analgesics, as there is an increased risk of central nervous system depression, which can lead to serious side effects, such as respiratory suppression. Pregnant women should avoid taking this medication during early pregnancy due to the risk of congenital abnormalities in the fetus, and women of childbearing age should use effective contraception. Lactating women should either avoid breastfeeding while taking this medication or consult with their healthcare provider, as this drug can be passed into breast milk and affect the infant. Caution should be exercised while driving or operating machinery, as this medication may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Overdose of this medication may lead to symptoms such as drowsiness, confusion, and depression, necessitating immediate medical attention, and treatment such as hemodialysis may be required. Keep this medication out of reach of children and avoid transferring it to other containers. If severe rash or allergic reaction occurs, discontinue use immediately and seek medical evaluation.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, painful mucous membranes in the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), profound fatigue, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that prevents exposure to air and moisture, at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness over time.

Appearance

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

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle