Gaba-Aid 25 mg (Capsule)

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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Pregabalin
Company Labaid pharma ltd
Also available as
Gaba aid 50 mg capsule Gaba aid 75 mg capsule

Title

Gaba-Aid 25 mg Capsule

Categories

  • Neuropathic Pain Medication
  • Anticonvulsant
  • Fibromyalgia Treatment

Description

Gaba-Aid is indicated for neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy, postherpetic neuralgia, partial-onset seizures, fibromyalgia, and neuropathic pain associated with spinal cord injury.

Indications

  • Neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN)
  • Postherpetic neuralgia (PHN)
  • Adjunctive therapy for the treatment of partial-onset seizures
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Neuropathic pain associated with spinal cord injury

Pharmacology

  • Structural derivative of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)
  • Binds with high affinity to the alpha2-delta site in central nervous system tissues

Dosage

  • Maximum recommended dose of Pregabalin is 100 mg three times a day for DPN
  • Recommended dose of Pregabalin is 75 to 150 mg two times a day for PHN
  • Recommended dose of Pregabalin is 300 to 450 mg/day for fibromyalgia
  • Recommended dose range of Pregabalin is 150 to 600 mg/day for spinal cord injury

Administration

  • Oral route of administration
  • Pregabalin CR tablet should be administered after an evening meal
  • Should be swallowed whole and should not be split, crushed or chewed

Interaction

  • Unlikely to be involved in significant pharmacokinetic drug interactions
  • No significant drug interaction with food and others

Contraindications

  • Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Pregabalin or any of its components

Side Effects

  • Dizziness
  • Somnolence
  • Dry mouth
  • Edema
  • Blurred vision
  • Weight gain
  • Difficulty with concentration/attention
  • Increased weight and increased appetite in pediatric patients

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • No adequate and well-controlled studies with pregabalin in pregnant women
  • Small amounts detected in the milk of lactating women

Precautions & Warnings

  • Angioedema
  • Hypersensitivity reactions
  • Risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior
  • Respiratory depression
  • May cause dizziness and somnolence
  • Increased seizure frequency if rapidly discontinued
  • May cause peripheral edema
  • Caution when coadministering with thiazolidinedione antidiabetic agents

Use in Special Populations

  • Safety and effectiveness not established in pediatric patients for certain indications
  • Safety and effectiveness not established for Gaba-Aid extended-release tablet in pediatric patients

Overdose Effects

  • Reduced consciousness
  • Depression/anxiety
  • Confusional state
  • Seizures and heart block reported
  • No specific antidote

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
  • Chemical Structure: [link to image]

Common Questions

  • What is Gaba-Aid 25 mg Capsule?
  • Frequency of use
  • Instructions for storage and disposal
  • Consistent use even if feeling fine
  • Drug interactions and weight gain

Quick Tips

  • Should be taken as per the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor
  • May cause sleepiness and blurred vision
  • Inform doctor about unusual changes in mood or behavior
  • Do not stop suddenly without consulting doctor

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