Neurovan 50 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 15.00 (5 x 6: ৳ 450.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 90.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Pregabalin |
| Company | Aristopharma 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
- Anti-nociceptive and antiseizure effects
Dosage
- Recommended dosage for different conditions
- Maximum recommended dose
- Dosing should begin at specific levels and can be increased based on efficacy and tolerability
- Instructions for conversion from Pregabalin capsules to Pregabalin CR capsule tablet
- Range of daily doses and corresponding capsule doses
Administration
- Oral route of administration
- Can be taken with or without food
- Pregabalin CR tablet should be administered after an evening meal
- Instructions for missing doses and discontinuation
Interaction
- Unlikely to be involved in significant pharmacokinetic drug interactions
Contraindications
- Pregabalin is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Pregabalin or any of its components
Side Effects
- Common side effects in adults and pediatric patients
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Potential risk to a fetus
- Detection of small amounts of pregabalin in the milk of lactating women
- Breastfeeding not recommended during treatment
Precautions & Warnings
- Risk of angioedema
- Risk of hypersensitivity reactions
- Increased risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior
- Respiratory depression may occur
- May cause dizziness and somnolence
- Potential increase in seizure frequency if rapidly discontinued
- Risk of peripheral edema
- Cautious coadministration with thiazolidinedione antidiabetic agents
Use in Special Populations
- Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients
- Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients below the age of 1 month
- Safety and effectiveness of Neurovan extended-release tablet in pediatric patients
Overdose Effects
- Signs and symptoms of overdose
- No specific antidote
- General supportive care
Therapeutic Class
- Adjunct anti-epileptic drugs
- Primary anti-epileptic drugs
Storage Conditions
- Instructions for storage
- Protection from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C8H17NO2
- Representation of chemical structure
Common Questions about Neurovan 50 mg Capsule
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