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Code：010155-001
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- LYRICA Capsules 150mg：20capsules
- $118.54
Up to 1 pieces per person
10% discount for total amount over $100
shipping schedule : 5 to 10 working days after payment
warehouse：Japan1
Manufacturer ：Viatris
Brand ：Eisai Co., Ltd.
JAN Code：----
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Description
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This medicine inhibits calcium influx and suppresses release of excitatory neurotransmitters such as glutamic acid in the central nervous system to tranquilize over-excited nerves and relieve pain.
It is usually used for treatment of neuropathic pain and pain associated with fibromyalgia.
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Presentation
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20capsules
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Feature
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white/white capsule
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Active Ingredients
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Pregabalin
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Effect/Efficacy
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This medicine inhibits calcium influx and suppresses release of excitatory neurotransmitters such as glutamic acid in the central nervous system to tranquilize over-excited nerves and relieve pain.
It is usually used for treatment of neuropathic pain and pain associated with fibromyalgia.
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Usage/Dosage
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○ General dosage is as follows. The dosage may be adjusted according to the age or symptoms, so, please strictly follow the instructions of your doctor or pharmacist.
● Neuropathic pain: For adults, as an initial dose, take 75 mg of the active ingredient at a time, twice a day, and then the daily dosage is gradually increased up to 300 mg in a week or more. The dosage may be adjusted according to the age or symptoms. However, the maximum daily dosage is 600 mg in two divided doses.
● Pain associated with fibromyalgia: For adults, as an initial dose, take 75 mg of the active ingredient at a time, twice a day. The daily dosage is gradually increased up to 300 mg in a week or more and will be maintained at 300 to 450 mg. The dosage may be adjusted according to the age or symptoms. However, the maximum daily dosage is 450 mg in two divided doses.
● This preparation contains 150 mg of the active ingredient in a capsule. Strictly follow the instructions in either case.
○ If you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and follow your regular dosing schedule. You should never take two doses at one time.
○ If you accidentally take more than your prescribed dose, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
○ Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor instructs you to do so.
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Cautions
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● Precautions while taking this medicine
This medicine may cause dizziness, somnolence or loss of consciousness and there is a case resulted in car accident. Avoid performing dangerous operations such as driving a car while taking this medicine. Especially, if you are an elderly adult, special caution should be taken because there is a case resulted in falling and fracture due to these symptoms.
This medicine may cause weight gain. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if a sign of obesity occurs.
This medicine may cause double vision and blurred vision. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if any of them occurs.
Pay attention to the fact that drinking alcohol may intensify the effect of this medicine.
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Contraindication
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● The most commonly reported adverse reactions are following symptoms. If any of these symptoms occur, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
- dizziness, somnolence, edema and weight gain
● The symptoms described below are rarely seen as initial symptoms of the adverse reactions indicated in brackets. If any of these symptoms occur, stop taking this medicine and see your doctor immediately.
- light headedness, absent-minded/nearly sleeping situation, loss of consciousness [dizziness, somnolence, unconsciousness]
- respiratory distress, general edema, palpitation upon exertion [heart failure, pulmonary edema]
- muscle pain, lassitude, red urine [rhabdomyolysis]
- decrease of urine output, swelling of the limbs and face, malaise [kidney failure]
- swelling of the face/tongue/lips/throat, hives, respiratory distress [angioedema, shock, anaphylaxis]
- lassitude, malaise, cold sweat [hypoglycaemia]
- dry cough, respiratory distress, fever [interstitial pneumonia]
- high fever, bloodshot eyes, red rash [Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme]
- loss of appetite/nausea/vomiting, general malaise, jaundice, itch [fulminant hepatitis, liver disfunction]
Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any symptoms of concern other than those listed above.
