📦 Pregabalin 300mg Capsules – Fact Box
Category Details
Generic Name Pregabalin
Medicine Type Prescription medication
Drug Class Gabapentinoid (anticonvulsant/neuropathic pain medicine)
Dosage Form Oral Capsules
Available Strengths 25mg, 50mg, 75mg, 100mg, 150mg, 200mg, 225mg, 300mg (availability varies by country)
Common Uses Neuropathic pain, partial-onset seizures (adjunct therapy), fibromyalgia (where approved), postherpetic neuralgia, diabetic peripheral neuropathy
How It Works Reduces abnormal nerve signaling by binding to the α2δ subunit of voltage-gated calcium channels.
Administration Take by mouth with or without food, exactly as prescribed.
Prescription Required Yes
Common Side Effects Dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, blurred vision, weight gain, swelling of hands or feet
Serious Warnings Allergic reactions, mood changes, suicidal thoughts, severe swelling, breathing problems in susceptible individuals
Alcohol Avoid or limit alcohol, as it can increase drowsiness and dizziness.
Driving Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how the medicine affects you.
Kidney Dose Adjustment May be required in patients with reduced kidney function.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Use only if recommended by a healthcare provider after assessing benefits and risks.
Storage Store at room temperature in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight.
Missed Dose Take as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose. Do not double the dose.
Discontinuation Do not stop suddenly. Gradual dose reduction is usually recommended under medical supervision.
Manufacturer/Exporter Healing Exim – Pharmaceutical Exporter from India (if used for your product page)
Packaging Blister packs or bottles (packaging may vary by manufacturer and market).
📌 Quick Facts
Generic Name: Pregabalin
Category: Gabapentinoid
Route: Oral
Prescription Status: Prescription-only medicine
Main Indications: Neuropathic pain, partial-onset seizures (adjunct therapy), fibromyalgia (where approved)
Typical Onset: Blood levels peak in about 1 hour after an oral dose in the fasting state, though symptom improvement may take longer depending on the condition.
Storage: Keep below the temperature specified by the manufacturer, protected from moisture, and out of the reach of children.
