Pregabalin Capsule 50 mg (Pregabalin)

Adult dose

This medication is taken orally, divided into twice a day dosage without regard to food. 1. Neuropathic pain - Peripheral neuropathic pain: Start with a dose of 150 mg daily; it can be increased to 300 mg after 3 to 7 days. If necessary, it can be increased to a maximum of 600 mg daily at 7-day intervals. - Central neuropathic pain: Start with a dose of 150 mg daily after 1 week.

Child dose

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

This medication may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviors, so if there are any changes in mood or behavior during use, it is important to inform healthcare professionals. Patients with hypersensitivity to this medication or certain genetic issues like lactose intolerance should not use it. Diabetes patients should be cautious as they may need dosage adjustment for blood sugar management due to weight gain. If allergic reactions such as angioedema occur, the medication should be discontinued immediately and healthcare professionals should be consulted. Elderly patients may be at risk of falls due to dizziness or drowsiness, so extra caution is needed, especially at the beginning of treatment. Temporary blurring of vision or changes in sight may occur, but symptoms may improve upon discontinuation of the medication. Abrupt discontinuation of this medication may cause withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, headaches, and anxiety; therefore, it should be reduced gradually according to healthcare professionals' instructions. Patients with a history of substance abuse should be cautious with this medication due to the increased risk of abuse. Patients with impaired kidney function may require dosage adjustment. Patients with cardiovascular disease should use this medication cautiously based on a physician's judgment. Care should be taken when using with opioid analgesics due to the risk of central nervous system depression. Patients with respiratory or neurological diseases, as well as the elderly, should consult with healthcare professionals before use due to the risk of severe respiratory depression. Women of childbearing age should use effective contraception due to the risk of fetal malformation if used in early pregnancy and should only take it during pregnancy under special circumstances. It is important to check if this medication causes drowsiness or dizziness before driving or operating dangerous machinery. Severe skin adverse reactions may occur, so if any skin abnormalities arise, the medication should be discontinued immediately and healthcare professionals should be notified. This medication has fewer interactions with other drugs; however, side effects may increase when used with central nervous system depressants, so caution is advised. There is limited data on its use during pregnancy, and during breastfeeding, it is recommended to discontinue either breastfeeding or the medication, as it is passed into breast milk. Elderly patients may experience slower excretion of this medication due to decreased kidney function, which may necessitate dosage adjustments. Overdose may lead to symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, and depression, and hemodialysis or other treatments may be required if necessary. Keep out of reach of children, and transferring medication to another container may pose risks of accidents and quality degradation.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, angioedema, facial swelling, symptoms of angioedema, hypersensitivity reactions, anaphylaxis-like symptoms, severe rash accompanied by high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, pulmonary edema, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough + fever, skin or eye yellowing

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, and it is best to keep it at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius. By storing it this way, the effectiveness of the medication can be maintained, and deterioration can be prevented.

Appearance

A hard capsule with a dark blue upper part and a white lower part containing a white powder that is white or pale yellow.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle