This medicine is used for treating pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes or Shingles (herpes zoster) infection.
pergabalin
This medicine is used to treat neuropathic pain which is caused by damage to the somatosensory nervous system associated with abnormal sensations or pain. Can also be used as an adjunctive treatment to treat partial seizure and anxiety.
Contradications
- The following conditions are contraindicated with pregabalin:
- Depression or suicidal thoughts
- Decreased lung function
- Weight gain
- Fluid retention in legs, feet, arms lor hands
- Chronic heart Failure
Side effects
The side-effects are dry mouth, constipation, nausea, vomiting, edema, flatulence (accumulation of gas in the alimentary canal), dizziness, drowsiness, insomnia, sedation, disorientation, lack of sexual desire,
tremor, speech disorder, dry mouth, gastrointestinal upset, muscle pain, back and limb pain, muscle cramps, cervical spasm, irritability, attention disturbances, memory impairment, confusion, fatigue, appetite changes, weight gain, visual and ocular disturbances, renal failure, and angioedema.
Expert Advice
Do not increase the dose than prescribed by your doctor. If your condition worsens even after taking the medicine, please seek medical help as soon as possible.
FAQs
What are the uses of Pregabalin?
How to take Pregabalin?
Use it as prescribed by your health care provider. Overuse of medicine may lead to addiction and effectiveness may decrease. The dosage of this medicine is dependent on the age, condition, and its severity.
How to store Pregabalin?
Please store this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius). Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.
Does this medicine have serious side effects?
This medicine does not have serious significant side effects if used according to the dose prescribed by your doctor. But make sure you do not abuse or over use the medicine. For further guidance, consult your healthcare provider.
What are the precautions for taking Pregabalin?
• May make you dizzy therefore avoid tasks requiring alertness e.g. driving immediately after taking this medicine • Patients with drug abuse history must use this medicine with precaution
Does Pregabalin have any effect on pregnancy and lactation?
This medicine should only be used during pregnancy if no safer alternate is available. Consult your health care provider before use of this medicine. The effects of this medicine on lactating mothers are unknown. Consult your health care provider before use of this medicine.
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