Myrica 75 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 18.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 540.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 180.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Pregabalin |
| Company | Unimed unihealth 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
- Involved in anti-nociceptive and antiseizure effects
Dosage
- Maximum recommended dose of 100 mg three times a day for neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN)
- Recommended dose of 75 to 150 mg two times a day for postherpetic neuralgia (PHN)
- 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
- 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
- Most common side effects in adults are 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
- Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with pregabalin
Precautions & Warnings
- Angioedema can occur and may be associated with life threatening respiratory compromise requiring emergency treatment
- Antiepileptic drugs, including Pregabalin, increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior
- Respiratory depression may occur with Pregabalin when used with concomitant CNS depressants
- May cause dizziness and somnolence and impair patients ability to drive or operate machinery
Use in Special Populations
- Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established for various conditions
Overdose Effects
- Signs and symptoms may include reduced consciousness, depression/anxiety, confusional state, agitation, restlessness, seizures, and heart block
- 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
Common Questions About Myrica 75 mg Capsule
- First-line treatment for neurotic pain, shingles, seizures, and fibromyalgia
- Duration of use depends on the improvement in health conditions
- Dosage frequency should be as prescribed by the doctor
- Should be taken after food in a prescribed dosage
- Storage and disposal instructions
- Works differently for different diseases
- Duration of use depends on the condition
- Should not be stopped abruptly
- May be used together with Diazepam
- May cause weight gain
- Quick tips for usage and side effects