Pregabalin I.P.- 75 mg. Nortriptyline Hydrochloride I.P. eq. to Nortriptyline 10 mg. Colour : Titanium Dioxide I.P

Brand Name : PREGANIL 75 NT

Composition : Pregabalin I.P.- 75 mg. Nortriptyline Hydrochloride I.P. eq. to Nortriptyline 10 mg. Colour : Titanium Dioxide I.P

Packing : (10 x 10)

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Description :

Pregabalin is an anti-convulsants used in the treatment of neuropathic pain, epilepsy (seizure episodes), fibromyalgia (musculoskeletal pain), and neuralgia (pain due to damaged/irritated nerve). Neuropathic pain is chronic nerve pain usually experienced due to damaged nerves caused by various diseases like diabetes, shingles (viral infection that causes a painful rash), spinal cord injury, and tissue, muscles, or joint injuries. Pregabalin works by calming the damaged or overactive nerves in the body that cause nerve or musculoskeletal pain or seizures., It also decreases the number of pain signals sent out by damaged nerves in the body.

Take the capsules as per the prescribed dosage and duration by the doctor. Do not abruptly stop taking the medicine and complete the full course of the medicine. Some users may experience side effects such as dizziness, somnolence (sleepiness/drowsiness), dry mouth, edema (fluid overload with swelling), blurred vision, weight gain, and abnormal thinking (difficulty with concentration/attention). Inform your doctor if you are facing symptoms like suicidal ideation or behavior, drug addiction, chronic pulmonary insufficiency, muscle pain, soreness, weakness, kidney, liver, or heart diseases. 

Medical Benefits of Pregabalin Capsules

Pregabalin belongs to a group of drugs called 'anticonvulsants' used in the prevention of neuropathic pain. It works by decreasing the number of pain signals that are sent out by damaged nerves in the body, thereby calming the damaged or overactive nerves in the body that may cause pain or seizures, thereby decreasing the number of pain signals sent out by damaged nerves in the body. The anti-convulsant drug is prescribed for the following mentioned health conditions: 

• Neuropathic pain (nerve pain)
• Epilepsy (seizures/fits)
• Fibromyalgia (musculoskeletal pain)

Side Effects of Pregabalin Capsules 

Usually, there are mild to moderate side effects that do not last for a long time. All the users get unique side effects based on their physiological condition and response to the therapy. In case your side effects persevere or worsen with time, immediately consult your doctor. The range of side effects experienced on using Pregabalin Capsules are mentioned below: 

• tiredness
• dizziness
• headache
• dry mouth
• nausea
• vomiting
• constipation
• gas
• bloating
• ''high'' or elevated mood
• speech problems

Drug Interaction 

Some drugs when taken together have a tendency to interact and cause negative health effects. The drugs can also interact with certain health conditions and food items. Therefore, it is advised to not take Pregabalin with the following mentioned drugs and health conditions: 

• painkillers (morphine, fentanyl, oxycodone, tramadol, codeine)
• medicines for treating anxiety (lorazepam, diazepam, clonazepam)

Interaction with Diseases: 

• suicidal ideation or behavior
• drug addiction
• chronic pulmonary insufficiency
• heart problems
• liver/kidney impairment

Precautions and Warnings 

1. Do not consume alcohol as it may worsen the side effects such as effects like dizziness and sleepiness.

2. If you are pregnant or lactating, avoid taking Pregabalin without a doctor’s consultation. 

3. Store the medicine in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight. 

4. Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets. Properly dispose of expired and discarded medicines. 

5. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom).