Pregabalin Capsules 25 mg

Adult dosage

This medication is administered orally, divided into two doses per day without regard to meals. 1. Neuropathic pain - Peripheral neuropathic pain: Starting dose is 150 mg per day, can be increased to 300 mg per day within 3 to 7 days; if necessary, can be increased to a maximum of 600 mg per day at intervals of 7 days. - Central neuropathic pain: Starting dose is 150 mg per day, can be increased to 300 mg after 1 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; thus, any changes in mood or symptoms of depression during administration should be reported to a healthcare professional immediately. Do not use this medication if you are allergic to it or have certain genetic conditions such as lactose intolerance. Diabetes patients may need to adjust their blood sugar medication dosage as weight gain after taking this medication can affect blood sugar control. If symptoms of angioedema, such as swelling of the face or neck, occur during treatment, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Elderly patients should be cautious as dizziness or drowsiness may increase the risk of falls or accidents. Transient visual disturbances or changes in vision may occur and these symptoms may improve after discontinuation of the medication. Sudden cessation of this medication may lead to withdrawal symptoms including insomnia, headaches, nausea, and anxiety; therefore, it should be reduced gradually in consultation with a healthcare provider. Caution is required when taking this medication with others that affect the central nervous system due to an increased risk of drug abuse or dependency. Dosing adjustments may be necessary for patients with impaired renal function. Patients with heart diseases or congestive heart failure should be closely monitored while using this medication. Caution is also necessary when taking this medication with opioid analgesics as it can increase central nervous system depressant effects, resulting in a risk of respiratory depression. During early pregnancy, this medication may affect the fetus; it should be avoided during pregnancy, and effective contraception should be used by women of childbearing age. During breastfeeding, this medication may be transmitted through breast milk, and should be discussed with a healthcare professional to consider stopping the drug or breastfeeding. It is advisable to avoid dangerous activities such as driving or operating machinery until dizziness or drowsiness has subsided after taking this medication. If severe rashes or blisters appear on the skin during treatment, discontinue use immediately and inform a healthcare professional. In case of overdose, symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, and depression may occur, necessitating immediate medical attention.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (including angioedema symptoms), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in the mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy throughout the body, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances.

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• drowsiness
• rhinopharyngitis
• increased appetite
• decreased appetite
• hypoglycemia
• confusion
• spatial disorientation
• irritability
• depression

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture; therefore, it should be stored in a tightly closed container. It is best kept at room temperature between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

A hard capsule with a light yellow upper part and a white lower part containing white powder.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle