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Pregabid ME 150 Capsule
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Pregabid ME 150 Capsule

Manufactured byIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsPregabalin (150 mg) + Methylcobalamin (750 mcg)
Description
Pregabid ME 150 Capsule is a combination of Pregabalin and Methylcobalamin. It is used in the treatment of pain caused due to nerve damage. It relieves pain by decreasing certain chemicals that send pain signals throughout your body. It also repairs the damaged nerves. Pregabid ME 150 Capsule may cause side effects like nausea, dry mouth, swelling in your arms or feet, weight gain, weakness, and confusion. These symptoms may subside by themselves. Consult your doctor if they bother you. You can manage weight gain with regular exercise. Avoid driving or operating heavy machines as it may cause drowsiness. Pregabid ME 150 Capsule may be taken with or without food. Take it at the same time every day for better results. Your doctor will determine the dosage and duration of this medication based on your condition. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Avoid the discontinuation of this medicine without consulting your doctor as it may lead to withdrawal symptoms like headache, mood swings, irritation, etc. Pregabid ME 150 Capsule is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have any kidney or heart problems. It is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as there is no safety and efficacy data established. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Pregabid ME 150 Capsule

  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Chest tightness
  • Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
  • Blurred vision
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Loss of bladder control
  • Burning, numbness, tingling in the arms and feet
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Weight gain
  • Weakness
  • Confusion
  • Drowsiness

Uses of Pregabid ME 150 Capsule

What is it prescribed for?

  • Peripheral Neuropathy
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    It is not known when Pregabid ME 150 Capsule starts to show effect.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    It is not known how long Pregabid ME 150 Capsule remains effective in your body.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Pregabid ME 150 Capsule. It may increase the risk of side effects like dizziness, blurred vision, sweating, and impaired ability to think. It is not recommended to perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving or operating machines.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    Pregabid ME 150 Capsule has a low abuse potential with limited physical and psychological dependence.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Pregabid ME 150 Capsule is not recommended during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Pregabid ME 150 Capsule is not recommended while breastfeeding as it may pass into breastmilk. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Pregabid ME 150 Capsule if you are previously allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Leber's Disease

Leber's Disease is an inherited eye disorder that may lead to loss of vision. The symptoms are a pain in the eye, blurring of vision, colour blindness, etc. Pregabid ME 150 Capsule is not recommended for use if you have this rare eye condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Pregabid ME 150 Capsule is not recommended during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Pregabid ME 150 Capsule is not recommended while breastfeeding as it may pass into breastmilk. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Kidney disease

Use Pregabid ME 150 Capsule with caution if you have kidney problems as this medicine is excreted via the urine. Your doctor will closely monitor the kidney function while using this medicine. Your doctor may recommend dose adjustment or an alternative medicine based on your clinical condition.

Suicidal tendencies

Use Pregabid ME 150 Capsule with caution as it can cause suicidal thoughts, especially if you have displayed such tendencies in your past. Close monitoring of mood and behaviour is recommended. Inform your doctor if you experience any symptoms.

Driving or operating machines

Use of Pregabid ME 150 Capsule may increase the risk of drowsiness, dizziness, difficulty in concentrating, etc. Hence, avoid performing activities such as driving or operating machines if you experience any of these symptoms.

Withdrawal symptoms

Sudden discontinuation of Pregabid ME 150 Capsule may lead to withdrawal symptoms such as irritability, mood swings, depression, nervousness, etc. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Heart disease

Use Pregabid ME 150 Capsule with caution if you have heart problems as it causes abnormal heart rhythm which could result in further complications. This medicine may also cause retention of fluid in your body and increase the risk of heart failure. It is more likely to occur in elderly people with compromised heart function. Your doctor will closely monitor the functioning of your heart.

Potential for abuse

Pregabid ME 150 Capsule may cause dependency, especially if you have used other recreational medicines in the past. Inform your doctor if you had a history of substance abuse before receiving this medicine.

High creatinine kinase levels

Myopathy is a condition in which the muscles do not function properly leading to muscle weakness. Use Pregabid ME 150 Capsule with caution in such conditions as this medicine causes an increase in the creatine kinase levels which may worsen your condition.

Use in children and adolesecents

Pregabid ME 150 Capsule is not recommended for use in children and adolescents below 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Pregabid ME 150 Capsule as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical treatment or contact your doctor in case of an overdose of Pregabid ME 150 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

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Pregabid ME 150 Capsule. It may increase the risk of side effects like dizziness, blurred vision, sweating, and impaired ability to think. It is not recommended to perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving or operating machines.
Interaction with Medicine

Lorazepam

Buprenorphine

Oxycodone

Propoxyphene

Pioglitazone

Ramipril

Disease interactions

Angioedema

Angioedema is swellings of the inner layers of your skin. Use Pregabid ME 150 Capsule with caution if you have a known history of angioedema. This medicine may further increase the risk of angioedema. Your doctor may prescribe an alternative medicine based on your clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Pregabid ME 150 Capsule may be taken with or without food. Do not chew or break the capsule in your mouth. Take this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor for the recommended duration. Avoid taking larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Take this medicine at the same time every day for the ease of remembering. Inform your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if you experience any side effects. Avoid the consumption of alcohol as it may lead to undesired effects. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience a change in behaviour or suicidal thoughts.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Causes sleepiness

How it works
Pregabid ME 150 Capsule is a combination of Pregabalin and Methylcobalamin. Pregabalin works by reducing the levels of certain chemical transmitters in the brain and slowing down nerve impulses. Methylcobalamin helps in the production of myelin (a substance that protects the nerve fibres) and heals your damaged nerve cells.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Gamma-aminobutyric acid analogs, Vitamins, Anticonvulsants

Schedule

Schedule H

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