Neurica Capsule 300 mg (Pregabalin)

Adult dose

This medication is to be taken orally without regard to meals, with the total daily dose divided into two doses per day. 1. Neuropathic pain 1) Peripheral neuropathic pain: The starting dose is 150 mg per day, which may be increased to 300 mg after 3 to 7 days, and potentially to a maximum of 600 mg at 7-day intervals as needed. 2) Central neuropathic pain: The starting dose is 150 mg per day, which can be increased to 300 mg per day after one week.

Child dose

There is insufficient data regarding safety and efficacy for children under the age of 12 and adolescents aged 12 to 17, so administration is not recommended.

This medication may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviors, so any changes in mood or behavior during treatment should be reported to a healthcare professional immediately. Patients with allergies to any of the ingredients should not take this medication, and those with certain genetic conditions, such as lactose intolerance, should also avoid it. Diabetic patients should be cautious as weight gain may necessitate adjustments in diabetes control medications. If symptoms of angioedema occur, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician. Elderly patients may be at higher risk of falls due to dizziness or drowsiness; they should be careful until they are accustomed to the drug's effects. Blurred vision or changes in eyesight may occur, but these symptoms may improve upon discontinuation of the drug. Abrupt cessation of this medication may induce withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, headache, or anxiety; thus it should be gradually discontinued under a doctor's guidance. There is a risk of drug abuse; patients with a history of drug abuse or mental illness should be particularly cautious. Patients with reduced kidney function may require dosage adjustments. Individuals with cardiac conditions should be vigilant while taking this medication. Caution is advised when taken with opioid analgesics due to increased risk of CNS depression. Patients with respiratory or central nervous system conditions, kidney impairment, and elderly patients may have an increased risk of severe respiratory depression, thus dosage adjustments may be necessary. Pregnant women should avoid this medication in early pregnancy due to the risk of fetal malformations, and women of childbearing age should use effective contraception. Breastfeeding women should consider that this drug can be transmitted through breast milk, and may need to discontinue breastfeeding or the medication. Care should be taken when driving or operating machinery due to risks from dizziness and drowsiness. Severe skin reactions may rarely occur, and if abnormal skin symptoms arise, the medication should be discontinued immediately. Overdose may result in symptoms such as drowsiness, confusion, and depression; treatment such as dialysis may be required if necessary. Keep out of reach of children and do not transfer the medicine to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucosal pain, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanying cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), profound lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headaches, seizures, consciousness confusion, vision abnormalities, numbness, urinary retention

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• drowsiness
• nasopharyngitis
• increased appetite
• loss of appetite
• hypoglycemia
• confusion
• spatial disorientation
• irritability
• depression

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air and moisture from entering, in a cool place between 15 degrees and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the efficacy of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

Hard capsule with a reddish-brown upper part and a white lower part containing a white or pale yellow powder

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle