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XAAR 100mg Capsule 14s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Pregabalin:100mg
- Manufactured by : Wilshire Laboratories (PVT) LTD.
- Drug Strength : 100mg
- Drug Form : Capsule
- Pack Size : 14s
- Product SKU : dis_6530
Pregabalin:100mg | Anticonvulsants and Antiepileptics
Manufactured / Marketed By : Wilshire Product Form : CapsulePack Size : 14sIngredients : Pregabalin:100mgGeneric Category : Anticonvulsants and Antiepileptics
How it works
XAAR 100mg Capsule 14s works by decreasing the number of pain signals that are sent out by damaged nerves in the body.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for XAAR 100mg Capsule 14s
- Difficulty in breathing
- Chest tightness
- Severe diarrhea rare
- Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet rare
- Unusual tiredness and weakness rare
- Blurred or double vision rare
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Memory problem rare
- Fever
- Slurred speech rare
- Trouble sleeping
- Loss of bladder control
- Burning, numbness, tingling in the arms and feet
Uses of XAAR 100mg Capsule 14s
What is it prescribed for?
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Diabetic Neuropathy
This medicine is used for relieving pain caused in the arms, legs, fingers, toes, etc associated with nerve damage due to diabetes.
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Postherpetic Neuralgia
This medicine is used for the relief of nerve pain caused due to herpes virus infection, known as shingles.
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Epilepsy
This medicine is used along with other medicines to treat partial-onset seizures, which is a common type of seizure, in patients suffering from epilepsy.
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Fibromyalgia
This medicine is used to relieve the symptoms of a condition where the patient experiences a severe pain of muscles and joints, extreme tiredness, inability to sleep.
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Neuropathic
This medicine is also used for the treatment of pain caused due to damaged nerves. The damage can be caused do to a spinal chord injury, trauma, or other degenerative diseases.Generalized anxiety disorder
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Generalized anxiety disorder
This medicine is used to relieve general episodes of anxiety in adults.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
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Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while taking this medicine since the combination increases the risk of side effects like dizziness, blurred vision, sweating, and muscle stiffness. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
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Is it habit forming?
This medicine has a low abuse potential with limited physical and psychological dependence.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. However, if it becomes necessary to use this medicine, then breastfeeding should be discontinued.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to XAAR 100mg Capsule 14s , or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. However, if it becomes necessary to use this medicine, then breastfeeding should be discontinued.
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Kidney disease and dialysis
This medicine should be administered with caution in patients with an impaired kidney function. Close monitoring of kidney function is recommended while using this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
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Suicidal tendencies
This medicine can cause suicidal ideation and hence, it should be used with extreme caution, especially in patients who have displayed such tendencies in the past. Close monitoring of mood and behavior is recommended for such patients. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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Driving or operating machinery
This medicine may increase the risk of drowsiness, dizziness, difficulty in concentrating, etc. in some patients. Hence, it is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
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Withdrawal symptoms
This medicine should not be stopped abruptly, especially when used for epilepsy. The risk of adverse effects is high if it is withdrawn suddenly. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
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Edema
This medicine can cause fluid retention in the body and hence, it should be used with caution in patients suffering from any fluid retention disorders. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary for such patients based on the clinical condition.
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Heart block
This medicine can cause heart rhythm abnormalities which could result in blockage and associated complications. Hence, it should be used with caution in patients having diseases of the heart and the blood vessels. Close monitoring of heart function and vital signs, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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Other medicines
This medicine may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.
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Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
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Use in elderly
This medicine should be used with caution in elderly patients since the risk of severe adverse effects is significantly high. Suitable adjustments in dose quantity and safety monitoring may be required in such cases.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Lorazepam moderate
- Buprenorphine severe
- Oxycodone moderate
- Propoxyphene severe
- Hypoglycemic agents moderate
- Azatadine moderate
- Baclofen moderate
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of angioedema or at risk of developing swellings of the inner layers of the skin. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
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This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
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This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
General Instructions
Take this medicine exactly as advised by the doctor. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. You are advised to continue taking this medicine for the recommended period of time. The dose to be taken is likely to be changed based on the response. Inform the doctor if symptoms don't improve after using it or any unwanted side effects like vision disturbance are experienced.
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Causes sleepiness
References
- medlineplus.gov - Pregabalin [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a605045.html [cited 7/9/2020]. 2020
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