Venpa 75 mg (Capsule)

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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Pregabalin
Company Maks drug limited
Also available as
Venpa 25 mg capsule Venpa 50 mg capsule

Title

  • Venpa 75 mg Capsule

Categories

  • Anticonvulsant
  • Neuropathic Pain Treatment
  • Shingles Treatment
  • Seizure Management
  • Fibromyalgia Management

Description

  • Venpa is indicated for neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN), postherpetic neuralgia (PHN), partial-onset seizures in patients 1 month of age and older, fibromyalgia, and neuropathic pain associated with spinal cord injury.

DosageGuidelines

  • Maximum recommended dose of Pregabalin is 100 mg three times a day for adults with DPN
  • Recommended dose of Pregabalin for PHN is 75 to 150 mg two times a day or 50 to 100 mg three times a day
  • Recommended dose for fibromyalgia is 300 to 450 mg/day
  • Recommended dose range for neuropathic pain associated with spinal cord injury is 150 to 600 mg/day

RouteOfAdministration

  • Oral
  • Can be taken with or without food
  • Pregabalin CR tablet should be administered after an evening meal
  • Tablet should be swallowed whole and should not be split, crushed or chewed

DrugInteraction

  • Unlikely to be involved in significant pharmacokinetic drug interactions

Contraindications

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

SideEffects

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

PregnancyAndLactation

  • No adequate and well-controlled studies with pregabalin in pregnant women
  • Small amounts of pregabalin have been detected in the milk of lactating women
  • Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with pregabalin

PrecautionsAndWarnings

  • Angioedema can occur and may be associated with life threatening respiratory compromise
  • Venpa should be discontinued immediately in case of hypersensitivity reactions
  • Increased risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior with antiepileptic drugs
  • Respiratory depression may occur when used with concomitant CNS depressants
  • Patients' ability to drive or operate machinery may be impaired
  • Increased seizure frequency or other adverse reactions may occur if Venpa is rapidly discontinued

PediatricUses

  • Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established for various indications

OverdoseEffects

  • Signs and symptoms include reduced consciousness, depression/anxiety, confusional state, agitation, restlessness, seizures, and heart block
  • No specific antidote
  • General supportive care is indicated including monitoring of vital signs and observation of clinical status

TherapeuticClass

  • Adjunct anti-epileptic drugs
  • Primary anti-epileptic drugs

StorageConditions

  • Should be kept in a cool & dry place (below 30°C)
  • Protected from light & moisture
  • Keep out of the reach of children

ChemicalStructure

  • Molecular Formula: C8H17NO2

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