Citrica Capsule 75 mg (Pregabalin)

Adult dosage

This medication is administered orally in divided total daily doses twice a day without regard to meals. 1. Neuropathic pain - Peripheral neuropathic pain: Starting dose 150 mg per day, may increase to 300 mg per day after 3-7 days, with a maximum increase to 600 mg if necessary at 7-day intervals. - Central neuropathic pain: Starting dose 150 mg per day, may increase to 300 mg per day after one week, with additional increases if needed.

Children's dosage

Not recommended for pediatric patients under 12 years of age and adolescents aged 12-17 due to insufficient safety and efficacy data.

This medication may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behaviors, so any mood changes or unusual behavior during use should be reported immediately to healthcare professionals. Patients with hypersensitivity to this medication or with genetic issues such as lactose intolerance should not take it. Diabetic patients should be cautious as weight gain may complicate blood sugar control. In case of allergic reactions such as angioedema, the medication should be stopped immediately. Elderly patients are at risk of falling due to dizziness or drowsiness, so caution is required during the initial dosing. Visual disturbances or changes in vision may occur, and if symptoms persist, consultation with healthcare professionals is needed. Sudden withdrawal symptoms may occur after stopping the medication, so do not stop taking it abruptly. As there is a risk of drug abuse, patients with a history of substance abuse should be particularly careful. Patients with impaired kidney function may require dosage adjustments. Patients with heart disease should be cautious about the possibility of heart failure. When taken with opioid analgesics, the risk of central nervous system depression increases, so caution is advised. Patients with respiratory diseases, kidney disorders, or the elderly may be at risk of severe respiratory depression and may require dosage adjustments. Pregnant women should avoid taking this medication during early pregnancy due to the risk of fetal malformations, and women of childbearing potential should use effective contraception. Breastfeeding women should consider discontinuing breastfeeding or the medication as it may be passed into breast milk. Caution is needed after taking the medication when driving or operating machinery due to the risk of dizziness and drowsiness. Severe skin reactions may occur rarely, so if skin rash or blisters develop, stop taking the medication immediately and consult healthcare professionals. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as confusion, drowsiness, and depression may occur, and treatment such as dialysis may be necessary.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain of oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headaches, seizures, consciousness confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis,

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• drowsiness
• increased appetite
• loss of appetite
• hypoglycemia
• confusion
• disorientation
• irritability
• depression
• feelings of euphoria

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container as it may be sensitive to air or moisture. It is best to keep the storage temperature between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius to maintain the drug's efficacy and safety.

Appearance

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

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle