Pregaver 50 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 13.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 390.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 130.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Pregabalin |
| Company | Veritas 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 100 mg three times a day for neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy
- Recommended dose of 75 to 150 mg two times a day for postherpetic neuralgia
- Recommended dose of 300 to 450 mg/day for fibromyalgia
- Recommended dose range of 150 to 600 mg/day for neuropathic pain associated with spinal cord injury
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
- Unlikely to be involved in significant pharmacokinetic drug interactions
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Pregabalin or any of its components
Side Effects
- Common side effects in adults include dizziness, somnolence, dry mouth, edema, blurred vision, weight gain, and thinking abnormal
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
- Pregabalin should be discontinued immediately if hypersensitivity reactions occur
- Antiepileptic drugs, including Pregabalin, increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior
Use in Special Populations
- Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established for various conditions
Overdose Effects
- Signs and symptoms include reduced consciousness, depression/anxiety, confusional state, agitation, restlessness, seizures, and heart block
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 about Pregaver 50 mg Capsule
- Potential first-line treatment for neurotic pain, shingles, seizures, and fibromyalgia
- Duration of usage depends on the improvement in health conditions
- Instructions for storage and disposal
- Different ways of working for different diseases
- Compatibility with other medications
- Possibility of causing weight gain
- Quick tips for usage and potential side effects