Pregabalin+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin
Molecule Description
Pregabalin+Methylcobalamin is a combination medicine. It is used for the treatm
ent of neuropathic pain (a condition of an abnormal painful sensation in different body parts due to damage in a part of the brain responsible for sensing the external stimuli). Methylcobalamin is a form of vitamin B12. Pregabalin+Methylcobalamin is available in the form of tablet, capsule. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from before starting pregabalin+methylcobalamin.
Uses of Pregabalin+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin
Contraindications of Pregabalin+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin
When should one not use Pregabalin+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin
Side effects of Pregabalin+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Dry mouth
- Weakness
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Weight gain
Precautions and Warnings of Pregabalin+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have problems with your heart
- You have a history of fits
- You are getting any suicidal thoughts
- You experience dizziness, sleepiness, vision problems
- You experience muscle weakness, pain, discomfort
- You develop any allergic reactions
Mode of Action of Pregabalin+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin
How Does It Work?
- Pregabalin works by reducing the release of a chemical (neurotransmitter) in the brain responsible for the sensation of pain.
- Methylcobalamin helps in the formation of nerve cells and regeneration of damaged nerves.
Interactions of Pregabalin+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way pregabalin+methylcobalamin works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Especially if you are taking medicines to treat your heart problems, psychiatric illnesses, diabetes.
Dosage of Pregabalin+Vitamin B12 / Mecobalamin / Cynocobalamin / Methylcobalamin
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: In which all dosage forms is pregabalin+methylcobalamin available?
Q: What is neuropathic pain?
References
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2021 [cited 13 October 2021]
- LYRICA (pregabalin) Capsules, CV, USP [Internet]. Accessdata.fda.gov. 2021 [cited 13 October 2021]
- Alzain 25 mg Capsules, Hard - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 13 October 2021]
- Alzain 25 mg Capsules, Hard - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 13 October 2021]
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