Pregabalin 1A Farma
Pregabalin 1A Farma is a medicine used to treat epilepsy, nerve pain, and a type of anxiety disorder in adults.
Form
kapseli, kova
Strength
225 mg
Active Ingredient
Pregabalin
Manufacturer
1A Farma A/S
How to Use
Dosage
The usual daily dose is between 150 mg and 600 mg.
Method
Take the capsules orally with water, two or three times a day, as your doctor instructs. If twice a day, take one in the morning and one in the evening. If three times a day, take one in the morning, one in the afternoon, and one in the evening.
Important
Do not take more than 600 mg in one day.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Dizziness
- •Drowsiness
- •Headache
- •Increased appetite
- •Elevated mood
- •Confusion
- •Disorientation
- •Decreased sex drive
- •Irritability
- •Trouble focusing
- •Clumsiness
- •Memory problems
- •Memory loss
- •Tremor
- •Difficulty speaking
- •Tingling or numbness
- •Feeling calm
- •Stupor
- •Sleeplessness
- •Tiredness
- •Feeling abnormal
- •Blurred vision
- •Double vision
- •Vertigo
- •Balance problems
- •Falls
- •Dry mouth
- •Constipation
- •Vomiting
- •Flatulence
- •Diarrhea
- •Nausea
- •Bloated stomach
- •Erectile dysfunction
- •Swelling (including swelling of arms and legs)
- •Feeling drunk
- •Abnormal walking
- •Weight gain
- •Muscle cramps
- •Joint pain
- •Back pain
- •Limb pain
- •Sore throat
RARE
- •Loss of appetite
- •Weight loss
- •Low blood sugar
- •High blood sugar
- •Changed self-perception
- •Restlessness
- •Depression
- •Agitation
- •Mood swings
- •Difficulty finding words
- •Hallucinations
- •Unusual dreams
- •Panic attacks
- •Indifference
- •Aggression
- •Elevated mood
- •Mental health issues
- •Difficulty thinking
- •Increased sex drive
- •Sexual problems (e.g., inability to orgasm, delayed ejaculation)
- •Vision changes (e.g., tunnel vision, light flashes)
- •Abnormal eye movements
- •Jerky movements
- •Weak reflexes
- •Hyperactivity
- •Dizziness when standing
- •Sensitive skin
- •Loss of taste
- •Burning sensation
- •Tremor with movement
- •Reduced consciousness
- •Loss of consciousness
- •Fainting
- •Increased sensitivity to noise
- •Feeling unwell
- •Dry eyes
- •Eye swelling
- •Eye pain
- •Tired eyes
- •Watery eyes
- •Eye irritation
- •Heart rhythm problems
- •Increased heart rate
- •Low blood pressure
- •High blood pressure
- •Changes in heart rate
- •Heart failure
- •Redness/flushing
- •Hot flashes
- •Breathing difficulties
- •Dry nose
- •Blocked nose
- •Increased saliva production
- •Heartburn
- •Numbness around the mouth
- •Sweating
- •Rash
- •Chills
- •Fever
- •Muscle twitching
- •Joint swelling
- •Muscle stiffness
- •Muscle pain
- •Neck pain
- •Chest pain
- •Difficulty or pain when urinating
- •Urinary incontinence
- •Weakness
- •Thirst
- •Tightness in chest
- •Changes in blood and liver tests (e.g., increased creatinine phosphokinase, decreased platelets)
- •Allergic reactions (e.g., facial swelling, itching, hives, runny nose, cough, snoring)
- •Painful menstruation
- •Cold hands and feet
- •Impaired sense of smell
- •Seeing objects shake
- •Changes in depth perception
- •Bright vision
- •Loss of vision
- •Dilated pupils
- •Squint
- •Cold sweat
- •Tightness in throat
- •Swollen tongue
- •Pancreatitis
- •Difficulty swallowing
- •Slowed or reduced movements
- •Difficulty writing
- •Fluid accumulation in the abdomen
- •Fluid in lungs
- •Seizures
- •Changes in ECG related to heart rhythm problems
- •Muscle damage
- •Breast discharge
- •Abnormal breast growth
- •Breast growth in men
- •Missed periods
- •Kidney failure
- •Decreased urine amount
- •Urinary retention
- •Decreased white blood cell count
- •Disinhibition
- •Suicidal behavior
- •Suicidal thoughts
- •Severe allergic reactions (e.g., breathing difficulties, eye inflammation, skin peeling, sores in mouth/throat/nose/genitals/eyes, flu-like symptoms, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis)
- •Yellowing of skin and eyes (jaundice)
- •Parkinsonism-like symptoms (e.g., tremor, slow movement, stiffness)
- •Liver failure
- •Hepatitis (liver inflammation)
Important Warnings
- If you notice allergic reactions like swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat, or a widespread rash, contact your doctor right away.
- Severe skin reactions, such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis, have been reported. Stop taking this medicine and see a doctor immediately if you notice any severe skin reactions.
- This medicine can cause dizziness and drowsiness, which might increase the risk of falls in older patients. Be careful until you know how the medicine affects you.
- This medicine can cause blurred vision, loss of vision, or other vision changes, which are usually temporary. Tell your doctor right away if your vision changes.
- If you have diabetes and gain weight while taking this medicine, your diabetes medication might need to be adjusted.
Show 9 more warnings
- If you take other medicines for spinal cord injury pain or spasticity, side effects like drowsiness may become stronger when taken with this medicine.
- Heart failure has been reported in some patients, mostly elderly ones with heart disease. Tell your doctor if you have any heart problems before taking this medicine.
- Kidney failure has been reported. If you notice less urination while taking this medicine, tell your doctor. Stopping the medicine might improve this.
- Some patients taking medicines for epilepsy, including this one, have had thoughts of harming themselves or suicidal behavior. If you have these thoughts or behaviors, contact your doctor immediately.
- If you take other medicines that can cause constipation (like some pain relievers) along with this medicine, you might get stomach problems such as constipation or a blocked bowel. Tell your doctor if you have constipation, especially if you are prone to it.
- Tell your doctor if you have ever misused alcohol, prescription medicines, or illegal drugs, or if you have been dependent on them, as you might have a higher risk of becoming dependent on this medicine.
- Seizures have been reported during or shortly after stopping this medicine. If you have seizures, contact your doctor right away.
- Some patients taking this medicine have reported problems with brain function (encephalopathy), especially if they had other serious medical conditions. Tell your doctor if you have a serious illness like liver or kidney disease.
- Breathing difficulties have been reported. If you have nervous system problems, breathing problems, kidney problems, or are over 65 years old, your doctor might adjust your dose. Contact your doctor if you have trouble breathing or shallow breaths.