Pregaba 150 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 35.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 1,050.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 350.00
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
- Anti-nociceptive and antiseizure effects
Dosage
- Maximum dose of 100 mg three times a day for diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN)
- Recommended dose of 75 to 150 mg two times a day for postherpetic neuralgia (PHN)
- Recommended dose range of 150 to 600 mg/day for neuropathic pain associated with spinal cord injury
- Dosing should begin at 75 mg two times a day for fibromyalgia
- Maximum recommended dose of 660 mg once daily for Pregabalin CR capsule
Administration
- Oral administration
- Can be taken with or without food
- Pregabalin CR tablet should be administered after an evening meal
- Should be swallowed whole and should not be split, crushed or chewed
Drug 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
- Dizziness
- Somnolence
- Dry mouth
- Edema
- Blurred vision
- Weight gain
- Difficulty with concentration/attention
- Increased weight and increased appetite in pediatric patients
Pregnancy & Lactation
- No adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women
- Small amounts detected in the milk of lactating women
- Breastfeeding not recommended
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 and somnolence, impairing driving or operating machinery
Use in Special Populations
- Safety and effectiveness not established in pediatric patients for certain indications
- Safety and effectiveness not established in pediatric patients below the age of 1 month for adjunctive therapy for partial onset seizures
Overdose Effects
- Reduced consciousness
- Depression/anxiety
- Confusional state
- Seizures
- 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
- Chemical Structure Image: [Link to image]
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