Convuliz Dosage & Drug Information

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Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Pregabalin

Indications/Uses

As adjunct in the treatment of partial seizures w/ or w/o secondary generalization. Generalized anxiety disorder, neuropathic pain, & fibromyalgia.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Epilepsy 150 mg daily in 2 or 3 divided doses, increased after 1 wk according to response to 300 mg daily & then to 600 mg daily after another wk. Generalized anxiety disorder Initially 150 mg daily in 2 or 3 divided doses, may be increased at wkly intervals in steps of 150 mg, to max of 600 mg daily. Neuropathic pain Initially 150 mg daily in 2 or 3 divided doses, increased after 3-7 days to 300 mg daily & then to 600 mg daily after another 7 days. Max daily dose of 300 mg is recommended in diabetic neuropathy. Fibromyalgia Initially 150 mg daily in 2 or 3 divided doses, increased after 1 wk according to response to 300 mg daily & then to 450 mg daily if necessary

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Administration

May be taken with or without food.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity.

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Special Precautions

Gradual w/drawal of therapy in epilepsy or transitioning to or from another type of antiepileptic therapy to avoid precipitating increase in seizure frequency.

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Adverse Reactions

Dizziness & somnolence. Blurred vision, diplopia, increased appetite & wt gain, dry mouth, constipation, vomiting, flatulence, euphoria, confusion, reduced libido, erectile dysfunction, irritability, vertigo, ataxia, tremor, dysarthria, paraesthesia, fatigue, & oedema; disturbances of attention, memory, coordination, & gait.

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Storage

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Anticonvulsants / Drugs for Neuropathic Pain

ATC Classification

N02BF02 - pregabalin ; Belongs to the class of gabapentinoids. Used to relieve pain and other conditions.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Convuliz cap 75 mg

Packing/Price

28's

Convuliz

pregabalin

Manufacturer:

Saga Lifesciences

Distributor:

Trumed