PG CR 82.5 mg (Tablet (Controlled Release))
Unit Price: ৳ 25.00 (2 x 10: ৳ 500.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 250.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Pregabalin |
| Company | Eskayef 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
- Dose range for postherpetic neuralgia is 75 to 150 mg two times a day or 50 to 100 mg three times a day
Administration
- Route of administration: Oral route
- Pregabalin CR tablet should be administered after an evening meal
- 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
- Common side effects in pediatric patients include increased weight and increased appetite
Pregnancy & Lactation
- No adequate and well-controlled studies with pregabalin in pregnant women
- Small amounts detected in the milk of lactating women
- Breastfeeding not recommended due to potential risk of tumorigenicity
Precautions & Warnings
- Angioedema can occur and may be associated with life-threatening respiratory compromise
- Increased risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior
- Respiratory depression may occur when used with concomitant CNS depressants
- May cause dizziness, somnolence, impair ability to drive or operate machinery
Use in Special Populations
- Safety and effectiveness not established in pediatric patients for various indications
- Safety and effectiveness not established for pediatric patients below the age of 1 month
Overdose Effects
- Signs and symptoms include reduced consciousness, depression/anxiety, seizures
- 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
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