Gabatec 150 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 30.00 (3 x 8: ৳ 720.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 240.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Pregabalin |
| Company | Ziska 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 is 100 mg three times a day for diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN)
- Recommended dose of Pregabalin is 75 to 150 mg two times a day for postherpetic neuralgia (PHN)
Route of Administration
- Oral route
Drug Interaction
- Unlikely to be involved in significant pharmacokinetic drug interactions
Contraindications
- 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
- Increased appetite
Pregnancy & Lactation
- No adequate and well-controlled studies with pregabalin in pregnant women
- Small amounts of pregabalin detected in the milk of lactating women
- Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with pregabalin
Precautions & Warnings
- Angioedema
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Increased risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior
- Respiratory depression
- Causes dizziness and somnolence
- Increases seizure frequency
Use in Special Populations
- Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients not established
Overdose Effects
- Reduced consciousness
- Depression/anxiety
- Confusional state
- Agitation
- Restlessness
- Seizures
- 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
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