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Nervijen-P Capsule
Manufactured byJENBURKTPHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsBenfotiamine (7.5 mg) + (0.75 mg) + Methylcobalamin (750 mcg) + Pyridoxine (1.5 mg) + Pregabalin (75 mg)
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Description
Nervijen-P Capsule is a combination medicine that consists of Benfotiamine, Folic acid, Methylcobalamin, Pyridoxine and Pregabalin. It is used to treat neuropathic pain (pain due to nerve damage). This medicine protects the nerves from getting damaged and regenerates the damaged nerves.
Nervijen-P Capsule has some common side effects like diarrhoea, nausea and vomiting. It may also cause dizziness in some people. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you feel dizzy after taking this medicine. If any of these side effects do not resolve with time or worsen, consult your doctor. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it.
Nervijen-P Capsule can be taken with or without food. To maintain constant levels of this medicine, take it at the same time every day. Take this medicine in the dose and for the duration as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. If stopped abruptly, you might experience withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, fatigue, sweating, vomiting, depression, seizures, and hallucinations.
Nervijen-P Capsule is not recommended for use in children less than 18 years of age. Inform your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems before taking it as this medicine may worsen your condition. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
Nervijen-P Capsule may cause drowsiness. Be careful when you rise from a sitting or lying position, as this medicine may cause dizziness. Do not consume alcohol while using this medicine as it can lead to excessive drowsiness.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Nervijen-P Capsule
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Nervijen-P Capsule
Difficulty in breathing
Chest tightness
Chills
Unusual tiredness and weakness
Blurred or double vision
Dizziness
Dry mouth
Headache
Loss of coordination
Slurred speech
Trouble sleeping
Loss of bladder control
Restlessness
Cough
Difficulty in swallowing
Itching and skin rash
Weight gain
Clumsiness
Numbness of hands or feet
Unsteady walk
Weakness and general discomfort
Stomach discomfort and pain
Nausea and Vomiting
Uses of Nervijen-P Capsule
What is it prescribed for?
Diabetic Neuropathy
Diabetic Neuropathy refers to nerve damage that may occur due to diabetes (high blood sugar levels). The symptoms include pain, numbness, tingling/burning sensation, etc. in the legs. Nervijen-P Capsule is used for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy.
Postherpetic Neuralgia
Postherpetic neuralgia is the most common complication of shingles, an infection that causes a painful skin rash that blisters. Postherpetic neuralgia occurs due to damage to nerve fibres during shingles infection. Nervijen-P Capsule is used for the relief of nerve pain and helps to regenerate damaged nerves, caused due to herpes virus infection.
Wernicke Encephalopathy
Wernicke encephalopathy is a neurological condition caused by paralysis of muscles surrounding the eyes, ataxia (loss of full or partial body control) and confusion. This is caused due to nerve damage in the brain. Nervijen-P Capsule helps in rejuvenating the damaged nerves and also suppresses the pain caused by nerves damage.
Inflammatory skin conditions
Nervijen-P Capsule is used in combination with other medicines to treat inflammatory skin conditions such as dermatitis (swelling of the skin), eczema (red, itchy, cracked skin), psoriasis (red, itching, scaly and patchy skin), etc. This medicine provides essential nutrients to the affected part for fast recovery and also prevents further nerve damage.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time taken by Nervijen-P Capsule to show its effect is 1 hour after taking it.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The average time for which Nervijen-P Capsule remains effective is not known.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Do not consume alcohol while taking Nervijen-P Capsule as it may increase the risk of drowsiness, dizziness, and difficulty in concentrating.Is this a habit forming medicine?
Nervijen-P Capsule has no habit-forming tendency.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Nervijen-P Capsuleis not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Nervijen-P Capsule is not recommended for use in breastfeeding as it may pass into breastmilk and harm your baby. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Allergy
Avoid taking Nervijen-P Capsule if you are allergic to it. Seek medical attention if you experience any undesirable effects such as skin rash, hives (rash that stings), swelling (face, lips, tongue), etc.
Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy
Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON) is a rare genetic disorder, characterized by pain in the eye and surrounding area with loss of vision (sometimes blindness) caused by eye nerve (optic nerve) damage. Nervijen-P Capsule is not recommended for use if have this genetic eye disorder as it can cause atrophy (decrease in the size of nerves) that may worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Nervijen-P Capsuleis not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Nervijen-P Capsule is not recommended for use in breastfeeding as it may pass into breastmilk and harm your baby. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Kidney diseases
Nervijen-P Capsule should be used with extreme caution if you have an impaired kidney function. Your doctor will advise kidney tests while taking this medicine. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
Suicidal tendencies
Nervijen-P Capsule may cause suicidal ideation (suicidal thoughts). Caution should be maintained while using this medicine if you have any psychological condition. Your doctor may monitor you closely for any mood and behavioural changes. Your doctor may prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
Driving or operating machines
Avoid performing activities that need high mental alertness like driving vehicles or operating machines after taking Nervijen-P Capsule as it may increase the risk of drowsiness, dizziness, and difficulty in concentrating.
Withdrawal symptoms
Use of Nervijen-P Capsule should not be stopped abruptly. The risk of withdrawal symptoms is significantly high if it is discontinued suddenly. Complete the treatment with this medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
Heart block
Nervijen-P Capsule may cause heart rhythm abnormalities which could result in a blockage and associated complications. It should be used with caution if you have any condition related to the heart and blood vessels. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative as needed, based on your clinical condition.
Use in children
Nervijen-P Capsule is not recommended for use in children under 18 years of age due to the lack of safety and efficacy data.
Use in elderly
Nervijen-P Capsule should be used with caution in elderly. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in elderly people.
Gastrointestinal surgery
Nervijen-P Capsule should be used with caution if you have had recent surgery of the stomach or intestines, as they may have reduced absorption of this medicine.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose of Nervijen-P Capsule as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical treatment if you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of Nervijen-P Capsule .
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Do not consume alcohol while taking Nervijen-P Capsule as it may increase the risk of drowsiness, dizziness, and difficulty in concentrating.
Interaction with Medicine
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Lorazepam
Omeprazole
Ranitidine
Levodopa
Phenobarbital
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Disease interactions
Angioedema
Nervijen-P Capsule should be used with caution if you have angioedema (painless swelling under the skin, triggered by an allergy to animal dander, pollen, drugs, venom, food or medication) since it may worsen your condition. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative as needed, based on your clinical condition and therapeutic response.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Nervijen-P Capsule with or without food as instructed by your doctor.
Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed and do not stop without consulting your doctor since this may cause severe withdrawal symptoms.
Consult the doctor if you develop any unusual mood changes, depression, or suicidal thoughts while taking this medicine.
Keep the medicine away from the reach of children and pets. Ensure that the unused medicine is disposed of properly.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Nervijen-P Capsule is a combination of Benfotiamine, Folic acid, Methylcobalamin, Pyridoxine and Pregabalin.
Benfotiamine and folic acid provide essential nutrients to the nerves for their proper functioning.
Methylcobalamin and pyridoxine help in the formation of the myelin sheath (protective outer coving of the nerve) and helps in rejuvenating damaged nerves.
Pregabalin reduces pain by modulating chemical messengers in the nerve cells.
Together they relieve neuropathic pain.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Oral nutritional supplements
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 27 Feb 2023
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