Nervigesic 75mg (Pregabalin Capsules)

What is Nervigesic 75 Mg Capsule?

Nervigesic 75 mg is a brand name for the drug Pregabalin. Pregabalin belongs to the anti-epileptic group of medications, also known as anticonvulsants. In the U.S., this anticonvulsant was approved for medical use in 2004.

Apart from the brand name Nervigesic, Pregabalin is also available under the brand name Lyrica.

Nervigesic 75 Mg Formulation

The active compound present in Nervigesic 75 mg is Pregabalin, and the inactive compounds are corn starch, talc, and lactose monohydrate. 

Uses Of Nervigesic 75 Mg

FDA-approved indications: 

• Treatment of neuropathic pain associated with spinal cord injury and diabetic peripheral neuropathy (a type of nerve pain that occurs due to diabetes).
• Neuropathic pain originates from post-herpetic neuralgia (a painful condition that occurs after shingles).
• Treatment of fibromyalgia (a disorder causing tenderness and pain throughout the body).
• Adjunctive therapy for partial-onset seizures (fits) in adults with epilepsy.

Off-label Uses:

• Social anxiety disorder
• Chronic pain Relief
• Insomnia
• Bipolar disorder 
• Restless leg syndrome
• Uremic pruritus
• Migraine
• Generalized anxiety disorder
• Chronic cough
• Complex regional pain syndrome.

Benefits Of Nervigesic 75 Mg

Some of the notable benefits of Nervigesic, manufactured by Signature Pharmaceuticals Limited are listed below:

• The addiction liability of Nervigesic 75 mg is low.
• The side effects of this drug are usually mild and go away by themselves.
• Taking this medicine regularly improves the overall quality of life.

Dosage Guidelines

Nervegesic 75 mg is usually recommended two to three times a day. Your specific dosage and duration of treatment depend on your response to the treatment. For more information, consult your healthcare provider.

Apart from this dosage strength, Nervigesic is also available in the dosage strengths of Nervigesic 150 mg and Nervigesic 300 mg.

Proper Administration

• Since Nervigesic 75 mg is an oral medicine, swallow the whole medicine and avoid crushing or chewing it.
• Nervigesic 75 mg can be taken with or without food.
• Take the medication exactly as your doctor has prescribed.
• Read and follow all the instructions carefully written in the medicine guide.
• If you miss a dose of this medication, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If the next dose of the medicine is approaching, you can skip the missed dose and follow your normal dosing regimen.

Side Effects Of Nervigesic 75 Mg

Common side effects of Nervigesic 75 mg include:

• Dry mouth
• Vomiting
• Weight gain
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Swelling of the feet, ankles, and hands
• Nausea.

Side effects that should be reported to your healthcare provider as soon as possible:

• Blurry vision
• Trouble breathing
• Thoughts of suicide or self-harm, worsening mood, depression
• Allergic reactions – skin rash, hives, swelling of the tongue, arms, lips, face, legs, trouble swallowing.

Drug Interaction

Diabetes drugs, such as pioglitazone and rosiglitazone:

Taking Nervigesic 75 mg with pregabalin may cause swelling of your hands or feet and weight gain.

Blood pressure drugs such as enalapril, lisinopril, or captopril:

Combining these drugs with pregabalin may cause hives and swelling.

Opioid pain medications, such as oxycodone and other CNS (central nervous system) depressants:

Taking Nervigesic 75 mg with pregabalin may increase your risk for severe to possibly life-threatening breathing problems.

Tranquilizers (drugs that promote sleepiness) or drugs for anxiety, such as lorazepam:

Taking pregabalin with tranquilizers may cause sleepiness and dizziness.

Storage And Disposal

• Store Nervigesic 75 mg in an airtight container at room temperature  (20°C to 25°C), away from direct sunlight, moisture, and heat.
• Dispose of unneeded or expired Nervigesic 75 mg in a sealed container or packet and throw it away in the garbage.

Precautions And Warnings

• People who have kidney issues should avoid taking Nervigesic 75 mg.
• Nervigesic passes into breast milk in small quantities. Therefore, it may cause adverse effects in a child who is breastfed. Therefore, breastfeeding mothers should consult a doctor before taking the medication.
• This medication has not been studied in children. It should not be taken by children younger than 18 years old.
• Older adults may be more susceptible to the side effects of this drug; caution should be exercised when giving this medication to the elderly population.