Lurucapsule 25 mg (Pregabalin)

Adult dosage

This medication is taken orally, divided into two doses per day, regardless of food. 1. Neuropathic Pain 1) Peripheral Neuropathic Pain - Starting dose: 150 mg/day - Increase to a maximum of 300 mg/day after 3-7 days - If necessary, further increase to a maximum of 600 mg/day every 7 days 2) Central Neuropathic Pain - Starting dose: 150 mg/day - Increase to 300 mg/day after one week

Children's dosage

Safety and efficacy data for children under 12 years and adolescents aged 12-17 are insufficient, so administration is not recommended.

This medication may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviors, so it is necessary to carefully monitor for changes in mood or unusual behavior during treatment. Patients with allergies to any component of this medication or those with genetic lactose intolerance should not take it. Diabetic patients may need to adjust their blood glucose-controlling medications due to weight gain. If symptoms of angioedema occur, the medication should be immediately discontinued and medical advice sought. Elderly patients should be cautious as the use of this medication may increase the risk of dizziness or sedation, which can lead to falls or injuries. Visual disturbances or changes in eyesight may occur, and should these symptoms arise, consideration should be given to discontinuing the medication. Suddenly stopping this medication may lead to withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, headache, nausea, and anxiety, so dosage adjustments should be discussed with a healthcare provider. There is a risk of drug abuse; therefore, patients with a history of substance abuse should be particularly cautious. Patients with impaired kidney function may require dosage adjustments. Patients with heart disease may be at risk for heart failure while taking this medication and should use it carefully. When taken with opioid analgesics, the central nervous system depressive effects may be intensified, so caution is advised. Patients with weak respiratory function or elderly individuals may face a risk of severe respiratory depression and require dosage adjustments. In early pregnancy, there may be a risk of fetal malformation, so pregnant women are advised not to take it, and women of childbearing potential should use effective contraception. Breastfeeding women should be aware that this medication may be passed through breast milk and should consult with their healthcare provider about stopping breastfeeding or the medication. When engaging in activities that require alertness, such as driving or operating machinery, caution should be exercised as dizziness or sedation may occur due to this medication. Severe skin reactions may rarely occur, and if any skin abnormalities develop, the medication should be immediately discontinued and a healthcare provider notified. In case of overdose, symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, and depression may occur, and treatment such as dialysis may be necessary. Special caution and dosage adjustments are required for children, the elderly, and patients with kidney disease. The medication should be stored 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 high fever, blisters, mucosal pain in the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough + fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), profound lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, vision abnormalities, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• drowsiness
• confusion
• impaired sense of direction
• irritability
• depression
• euphoria
• decreased libido
• insomnia
• depersonalization

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. Additionally, it is best stored at room temperature between 15 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

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

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle