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Regabin 75 is a group of psychotropic drugs that should be indicated in the treatment of neuralgia in adults and localized neuralgia. Patients need to follow the directions exactly to get the best results and avoid side effects.
1. What is Regabin 75?
Regabin 75 is a drug that works to treat cases of neuropathic pain in adults and this is considered as adjunctive therapy in the treatment of partial epilepsy with or without a combination of general treatment. The drug has the main ingredient Pregabalin 75mg, which is made in the form of hard capsules and packaged in a box of 1 blister x 10 tablets.
Regabin 75 is indicated for use in the following cases:
Treatment effect in adult patients with neuropathic pain; As an adjunct in the treatment of partial seizures with or without general therapy in adults.
2. Dosage and how to use Regabin 75
2.1. Dosage For adults:
Starting dose is 75ng x 2 times/day. After the treatment period of 3-7 days, the patient can increase the dose to 150mg x 2 times/day, the maximum allowable dose is 300mg x 2 times/day with the following weeks; In the treatment of neuropathic pain: Treatment with pregabalin may be initiated at 75 mg twice daily. Based on individual patient response and tolerability, the dose may be increased to 150 mg twice daily after 3-7 days and, if necessary, to a maximum dose of 300 mg twice daily. days with the following weeks; In the treatment of epilepsy: Treatment with pregabalin may be initiated at 75 mg twice daily. Based on individual patient response and tolerability, the dose may be increased to 150 mg twice daily after 3-7 days and, if necessary, to a maximum dose of 300 mg twice daily. 2 times/day for the following weeks. Where pregabalin must be discontinued, it is recommended that patients discontinue the drug gradually, at least for 1 week; Patients with kidney failure: Need to use as prescribed by the doctor; Patients with hepatic impairment: No dosage adjustment is recommended; For Children and Adolescents
The safety and efficacy of pregabalin in the treatment of epilepsy or neuropathic pain in patients under 18 years of age are unclear. Therefore, Regabin 75 is not indicated for use in children under 18 years of age;
For elderly people over 65 years old
Dose adjustment is not necessary, except in cases of impaired renal function due to damage.
2.2.Using Regabin 75 is taken orally. The drug can be taken with or without food.
3. Note when using Regabin 75
3.1. Contraindications Do not use Regabin 75 in cases of hypersensitivity to any of its components. Not for use by women who are breastfeeding. The drug affects the ability to drive and use machines, so it should not be used in these cases.
3.2. Side effects The use of Regabin 75 can occur side effects with the following frequency:
Common:
Mental effects: Causing excitement, decreased sex drive, uncomfortable feeling , loss of balance, trouble or insomnia; Effects on the nervous system: Paresthesia, impaired memory or amnesia, sedation; Effects on the digestive system: Nausea or vomiting, bloating, abdominal distension; Effects on fertility: Erectile dysfunction; General health effects: Drunk-like feeling, psychological abnormalities. Uncommon:
Effects on the immune system: Angioedema, allergic reactions, hypersensitivity; Effects on the nervous system: Headache, loss of consciousness, mental decline; Effects on the cardiovascular system: Congestive heart failure; Effects on vision: Keratitis ; Effects on the digestive system: Nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, swelling of the tongue.
4. Be careful when using Regabin 75
Regabin 75 should be used with caution in the following cases:
Possibility of weight gain: In diabetics, weight gain will be increased when pregabalin is used for treatment, which may require an adjustment in the dose of the antidiabetic drug. blood when needed; Hypersensitivity reactions: If symptoms of angioedema such as swelling of the face, perioral or upper respiratory tract occur, pregabalin should be discontinued; Feeling dizzy and sleepy: Pregabalin has the potential to cause dizziness and drowsiness, loss of consciousness; Behavioral disorders with suicidal thoughts: Antiepileptic drugs (AEDs), including pregabalin, have the potential to increase the risk of suicidal thoughts or behavior in patients. When patients take medication, it is important to carefully monitor for signs of worsening of depression, especially suicidal thoughts or behavior; In the case of drug abuse and dependence: During the course of drug therapy, patients should be regularly assessed carefully for the history of drug abuse and observed for signs of abuse of pregabalin; Cases requiring discontinuation of the drug: After discontinuation of pregabalin for short- and long-term treatment, symptoms of pregabalin withdrawal were observed, including insomnia, headache, nausea, anxiety, and profuse discharge. sweating and diarrhea; Congestive heart failure: In patients with heart failure or peripheral vascular disease, pregabalin should be used with caution; Visual impairment: Transient blurred vision and many other changes in vision may occur during the use of the drug; Peripheral angioedema: Patients with congestive heart failure should use caution when using pregabalin; Elevated creatine kinase: If myopathy is suspected or the creatinine kinase level is markedly elevated, pregabalin should be discontinued; Elderly: Dizziness, drowsiness or increased occurrence of accidental injury (fall) may occur during treatment with pregabalin. Regabin 75 is a class of psychotropic drugs that should be indicated in the treatment of neuralgia in adults and localized neuralgia. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment and avoid unwanted side effects, patients need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor, professional pharmacist.
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