Pregaba 100 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 22.00 (2 x 10: ৳ 440.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 220.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Pregabalin |
| Company | Opsonin pharma 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
- Antinociceptive and antiseizure effects
Dosage
- Maximum recommended dose of Pregabalin is 100 mg three times a day (300 mg/day) in patients with creatinine clearance of at least 60 ml/min
- Dosage may be increased to 300 mg/day within 1 week based on efficacy and tolerability
Administration
- Oral route of administration
- To be taken with or without food
- Pregabalin CR tablet should be administered after an evening meal
- Swallowed whole and should not be split, crushed or chewed
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
Pregnancy and lactation
- Potentially risky to fetus
- Breastfeeding not recommended
Precautions and warnings
- Angioedema may occur
- Discontinue immediately if hypersensitivity reactions occur
- Increased risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior
- Respiratory depression may occur with concomitant CNS depressants
- May cause dizziness and somnolence
- Increased seizure frequency or other adverse reactions may occur if rapidly discontinued
Overdose effects
- Reduced consciousness
- Depression/anxiety
- Confusional state
- Agitation and 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
Common questions
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