Review the side-effects of Pregabalin as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Central Nervous System- Dizziness, sleepiness, fatigue, euphoric mood, confusion, suicidal thoughts, irritability, abnormal movements, and problems with speech, memory or attention.
Eye and ENT- Blurred vision, double vision, vertigo
Gastrointestinal- Dry mouth, constipation, increased appetite, flatulence, vomiting, abdominal distension, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea.
Genitourinary- Urinary incontinence, sexual dysfunction
Cardiovascular – Heart failure, problems with heart rhythm
Musculoskeletal- Pain in muscles and joints.
Respiratory-Inflammation of nose and upper throat, difficulty with breathing
Blood - Reduced platelet count which may result in easy bruising
Miscellaneous- Allergic reaction called angioedema which results in face and throat swelling and difficulty with breathing, fluid retention, swelling of feet, weight gain, low blood sugar
Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly without consulting the doctor as it may lead to withdrawal symptoms.
Lyrica
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Central Nervous System- Dizziness, sleepiness, fatigue, euphoric mood, confusion, suicidal thoughts, irritability, abnormal movements, and problems with speech, memory or attention.
Eye and ENT- Blurred vision, double vision, vertigo
Gastrointestinal- Dry mouth, constipation, increased appetite, flatulence, vomiting, abdominal distension, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea.
Genitourinary- Urinary incontinence, sexual dysfunction
Cardiovascular – Heart failure, problems with heart rhythm
Musculoskeletal- Pain in muscles and joints.
Respiratory-Inflammation of nose and upper throat, difficulty with breathing
Blood - Reduced platelet count which may result in easy bruising
Miscellaneous- Allergic reaction called angioedema which results in face and throat swelling and difficulty with breathing, fluid retention, swelling of feet, weight gain, low blood sugar
Other Precautions :
Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication.Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly without consulting the doctor as it may lead to withdrawal symptoms.
Drug Name : Pregabalin
Pregabalin(Lyrica) generic is an anticonvulsant used as an additional treatment of partial seizures. It is also effective against nerve-related pain as it decreases the number of pain signals sent out by the damaged nerves in the body. It is used in the management of postherpetic neuralgia (nerve pain caused by the chicken pox virus), painful peripheral neuropathy due to diabetes, nerve-related pain due to spinal cord injury and fibromyalgia (a condition where the patient has muscle and connective tissue pain). It is also used in the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder.Trade Names for Pregabalin
India :
Preganerve (150 mg) |
Progab (150 mg) |
Pregabin |
Preneu |
Pregaba (150 mg) |
Lyrica (150 mg) |
Gabasafe |
Preganerve |
Premet |
Nuronit |
Proage M |
Pregaba M |
Mepik |
Nervoba PG75 |
Mecosule Plus |
Gemcobal X |
Capin Plus |
Mahagaba -M 75 |
Prenuract |
PGB 12
International :
Lyrica
