Abalin Capsule 150 mg (Pregabalin)

Adult dose

This medication is pregabalin and is administered orally in divided doses twice daily, regardless of food. 1. Neuropathic pain - Peripheral neuropathic pain: Initial dose is 150 mg daily; may increase to 300 mg daily after 3 to 7 days, and up to a maximum of 600 mg daily at 7-day intervals if needed. - Central neuropathic pain: Initial dose is 150 mg daily; after 1 week may increase to 300 mg daily.

Child dose

Administration is not recommended for children under 12 years and adolescents aged 12 to 17 years due to insufficient safety and efficacy data.

This medication is used to treat epilepsy and neuropathic pain. During treatment, patients and caregivers should closely monitor for signs of suicidal thoughts or behaviors, depression, and mood changes. It should not be administered to patients with hypersensitivity to this medication. Diabetic patients may experience weight gain affecting blood sugar control, requiring adjustments in diabetes medications. If symptoms of angioedema occur, the medication should be discontinued immediately. Elderly patients should be cautious due to the risk of injury from dizziness and drowsiness. Visual disturbances or changes in vision may occur, and patients should consult their physician if symptoms arise. Discontinuing this medication may cause withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, headache, and anxiety, so it should be tapered carefully. Patients with a history of substance abuse are at an increased risk of misuse, so caution is necessary. Patients with impaired renal function may require dose adjustments. Patients with heart failure should be administered this medication carefully, and the risk of central nervous system depression increases when taken with opioid analgesics, so caution is advised. This medication can cause dizziness and drowsiness, so driving or operation of hazardous machinery should be avoided. Pregnant women should not take this medication due to risks of fetal malformations in early pregnancy, and women of childbearing potential should use effective contraception. Nursing mothers should carefully consider whether to breastfeed while taking this medication, as it may pass into breast milk. In case of overdose, confusion, drowsiness, and depression may occur, and treatment such as dialysis may be necessary. Keep this medication out of the reach of children and avoid transferring to other containers.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• severe swelling (edema)
• angioedema
• facial swelling
• periorbital edema
• upper airway edema
• chest tightness
• difficulty breathing
• cold sweat
• pallor

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. The storage temperature should be maintained between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

A capsule containing a white powder, white hard capsule for the upper and lower parts

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle