Pregaba-M SR 75 Tablet is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of neuropathic pain. It decreases pain by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells. This medicine also protects nerve fibers and heal damaged nerve cells.
Pregaba-M SR 75 Tablet is taken by mouth with or without food, preferably at bedtime. It is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor as this is a habit-forming medicine. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nasopharyngitis, increased appetite, euphoric mood, tremor, blurred vision, dry mouth, dizziness, and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. The side effects are mild in nature and get improve with time. This medicine may cause weight gain and to control it, you should exercise regularly and take a balanced diet. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts.
Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
Pregaba-M SR 75 Tablet is a combination of medicines used to treat long-lasting (chronic) pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles or spinal cord injury. It reduces pain and its associated symptoms such as mood changes, sleep problems, and tiredness. Pregabalin, an active ingredient of this medicine, is thought to work by interfering with pain signals that travel through the damaged nerves and the brain. It also contains nutritional supplements that improve nerve conduction. Taking Pregaba-M SR 75 Tablet regularly will improve your physical and social functioning and overall quality of life.
Side effects of Pregaba-M Tablet SR
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Pregaba-M
Sleepiness
Dizziness
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Increased appetite
Blurred vision
Constipation
Muscle cramp
Edema (swelling)
Erectile dysfunction
Weight gain
Balance disorder (loss of balance)
Lethargy
Vertigo
Vomiting
Headache
Confusion
Disorientation
Abnormality of voluntary movements
How to use Pregaba-M Tablet SR
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pregaba-M SR 75 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Pregaba-M Tablet SR works
Pregaba-M SR 75 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Methylcobalamin and Pregabalin. Methylcobalamin is a form of vitamin B which helps in the production of myelin, a substance that protects nerve fibers and rejuvenates damaged nerve cells. Pregabalin is an alpha 2 delta ligand which decreases the pain by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells. Together, they relieve neuropathic pain (pain from damaged nerves).
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Pregaba-M SR 75 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Pregaba-M SR 75 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Pregaba-M SR 75 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Pregaba-M SR 75 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Pregaba-M SR 75 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pregaba-M SR 75 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Pregaba-M SR 75 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Pregaba-M SR 75 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Pregaba-M Tablet SR?
If you miss a dose of Pregaba-M SR 75 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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