Nepco 50 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 15.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 450.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 150.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Pregabalin |
| Company | Pacific pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN)
- Postherpetic neuralgia (PHN)
- Adjunctive therapy for the treatment of partial-onset seizures in patients 1 month of age and older
- Fibromyalgia
- Neuropathic pain associated with spinal cord injury
Pharmacology
- Structural derivative of the inhibitory neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)
- Binds with high affinity to the alpha2-delta site in central nervous system tissues
Dosage
- Maximum recommended dose of Pregabalin for DPN: 100 mg three times a day
- Maximum recommended dose of Pregabalin for PHN: 75 to 150 mg two times a day or 50 to 100 mg three times a day
- Recommended dose of Pregabalin for fibromyalgia: 300 to 450 mg/day
- Recommended dose range of Pregabalin for neuropathic pain associated with spinal cord injury: 150 to 600 mg/day
Administration
- Oral route of administration
- Can be taken with or without food
- Pregabalin CR tablet should be administered after an evening meal
- Should be swallowed whole and should not be split, crushed or chewed
Interaction
- Nepco is unlikely to be involved in significant pharmacokinetic drug interactions
- No drug interaction with food and others
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Pregabalin or any of its components
Side Effects
- Common side effects in adults: dizziness, somnolence, dry mouth, edema, blurred vision, weight gain, thinking abnormal
- Common side effects in pediatric patients for the treatment of partial onset seizures: increased weight, increased appetite
Pregnancy & Lactation
- No adequate and well-controlled studies with pregabalin in pregnant women
- Small amounts of pregabalin have been detected in the milk of lactating women
Precautions & Warnings
- Angioedema can occur and may be associated with life threatening respiratory compromise requiring emergency treatment
- Discontinue immediately in case of angioedema or hypersensitivity reactions
- Increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior
- May cause dizziness, somnolence and impair patients' ability to drive or operate machinery
Use in Special Populations
- Safety and effectiveness have not been established for pediatric patients
- Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients below the age of 1 month have not been established
- The safety and effectiveness of Nepco extended-release tablet in pediatric patients have not been established
Overdose Effects
- Signs and symptoms of overdose: reduced consciousness, depression/anxiety, confusional state, agitation, restlessness, seizures, heart block
- No specific antidote, general supportive care of the patient is indicated
Therapeutic Class
- Adjunct anti-epileptic drugs
- Primary anti-epileptic drugs
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a cool & dry place (below 30°C), protected from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C8H17NO2
Common Questions
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