Uses of Lyapi 50

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Lyapi 50 is indicated in the treatment of neuropathic pain of central and peripheral origin, generalized anxiety disorder in adults, partial epilepsy with or without generalized seizures.

1. What is Lyapi 50?


Lyapi 50 is effective in treating neuropathic pain, improving anxiety in adults due to stress and fatigue. Lyapi 50 can be used on an empty stomach or on an empty stomach, but it should be discontinued as soon as symptoms of angioedema appear.
Lyapi 50 contains the main ingredient is Pregabalin 50mg and other excipients just enough pills. The drug is in the form of hard capsules.
With the above effect, Lyapi 50 is indicated in the following cases:
Treatment of neuropathic pain of central and peripheral origin, generalized anxiety disorder in adults. Adjunctive treatment of partial epilepsy with or without generalization in adults.

2. Dosage and how to use Lyapi 50


Lyapi 50 is usually used at a dose of 150-600 mg/day divided into 2 or 3 times as follows:
Treatment of pain of nerve origin: Initial dose of 150 mg/day divided into 2 or 3 times. After 3-7 days, the dose of Lyapi can be increased by 50 to 300 mg/day depending on tolerability and response, if necessary, to a maximum dose of 600 mg after the next 7 days. Treatment of epilepsy: Initial dose of 150 mg divided into 2 or 3 times, after 1 week can be increased to 300 mg / day depending on tolerability and response of the patient. The dose of Lyapi 50 can be increased to a maximum of 600 mg after 1 week thereafter. Treatment of generalized anxiety disorder: Start with 150 mg/day, after 1 week of treatment may increase to 300 mg/day depending on tolerability and response of the patient. The dose may be increased to 450 mg and to a maximum of 600 mg/day after 1 week thereafter. How to take Lyapi 50:
You can take Lyapi 50 when you are hungry or full.

3. Contraindications to the use of Lyapi 50


Do not use Lyapi 50 sensitive to any ingredient of the drug.

4. Drug interactions


Pregabalin may increase the effects of Ethanol and Lorazepam; The drug also aggravates the cognitive or motor function impairment caused by oxycodone.

5. Side effects of Lyapi 50


Lyapi 50 may cause the following side effects:
Dizziness and drowsiness; Increased appetite, weight gain; Excitement, confusion, excitability; Decreased sex drive; Insomnia; Ataxia, abnormal coordination, dysarthria; Memory impairment, concentration disorder, tremor; Paresthesia, balance, lethargy, headache. Blurred or double vision; Vestibular disorders; Nausea and vomiting; Dry mouth ; Constipation, flatulence; Erectile dysfunction. Unsteady gait, unsteadiness; Fatigue, edema; Smoking withdrawal syndrome.

6. Note when using Lyapi 50


For patients with kidney failure, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, encephalopathy, the elderly need to be cautious when using the drug. The drug should be discontinued gradually over a minimum of 1 week. In children < 12 years of age and adolescents (12-17 years of age) safety and efficacy have not been established. Stop taking Lyapi 50 as soon as symptoms of angioedema appear. Avoid abuse of Lyapi 50. Pregnant women should not use it, unless absolutely necessary. Do not breast-feed during treatment with Lyapi 50. Above is information about Lyapi 50, patients should carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor before using. When the drug is no longer in use, you need to collect and dispose of it according to the manufacturer's instructions.

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