Lyrica 150mg (Pregabalin)
- Brand: Healing Pharma, India
- Model: Lyrica 150mg
- SKU: GLRC150
- Active Ingredient: Pregabalin
- Treatment: Neuropathic Pain
- Availability: In Stock
Lyrica 150mg is an Oral “Pregabalin 150 mg Capsule” used to treat “fibromyalgia” (muscle pain and stiffness). Pregabalin 150mg works in the central nervous system (CNS) to control seizures and pain. Lyrica 150 mg is an "anticonvulsant and neuropathic pain agent". Pregabalin is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Lyrica 150mg Overview:
Brand Name: | Lyrica 150mg |
Active Ingredient: | Pregabalin |
Drug Class: | Anticonvulsant |
Manufacturer: | Healing Pharma |
Dosage: | 150mg |
Form: | Capsule |
Packaging: | 14 Capsules in 1 Strip |
Use: | Treat Fibromyalgia, Neuropathic pain, Anxiety disorders, and Epilepsy. |
Price: | $55 to $180 |
Delivery Time: | 10 to 12 Days |
What is Lyrica 150 mg?
“Lyrica 150 mg” contains Pregabalin is a medication used to treat pain caused by nerve damage ("neuropathic pain") caused by diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster infection), spinal cord injury, or other diseases.
It is the brand name of Pfizer for the drug Pregabalin. It also treats fibromyalgia patients' broad muscle pain and stiffness.
It alleviates pain by lowering the levels of chemical compounds in the brain that transmit pain signals. It also treats anxiety disorders and epilepsy (abnormal electrical activity in the brain).
How should Lyrica 150mg (Pregabalin) be taken?
“Lyrica 150mg Capsule” can be taken with or without meals, but it is important to take it simultaneously every day to obtain the most benefit. The precise dose and duration of treatment will be determined by your illness and how you react to it.
Your doctor will likely start you on a low dose and gradually increase it. It may take a few weeks for the medication to take effect. Follow your doctor's instructions and take it regularly until your doctor tells you to stop. If you skip a dose, your condition may deteriorate.
Instructions for Pregabalin 150 mg Use:
- If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to become pregnant, you should inform your doctor before taking the medication. Be cautious when driving because tiredness, dizziness, and blurred vision may have adverse effects.
- It would be best if you didn't drink alcohol while taking this medicine because it could make you feel tired and dizzy.
- Take this medication at the dose and for the duration prescribed by your doctor. Lyrica 150mg can be taken with or without food, although it is best to take it simultaneously every day.
How does Lyrica 150mg work in the body?
“150 mg Lyrica” (Pregabalin) is an anti-epileptic drug. When used to treat epilepsy, it is thought to function by lowering aberrant electrical activity in the brain, thereby preventing seizures. It also treats nerve and muscular pain by interfering with pain signals that go through injured nerves and the brain.
Lyrica 150 mg Side effects:
Most side effects are harmless and disappear as your body adjusts to the medication. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you are concerned.
- Breathing difficulties
- Chest pain, Face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands, and feet swelling
- Unusual fatigue and weakness
- Vision on impairment Drowsy
- Mouth dryness
- Coordination failure
- Sleeping problems
- Bladder control problems”
- Arm and foot tingling, burning, and numbness
- Nausea
- Weight Gain
- Confusion
Lyrica 150 mg Dosage:
Missed dosage :
Take Lyrica 150mg Capsule if you miss a dose as soon as you remember. If your next dose is approaching, skip the missing dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not increase the dose.
What other drugs will interact with Lyrica?
When Lyrica is used with other medications that reduce breathing, it might cause dangerous side effects or death. Consult your doctor before using an opioid, sleeping pill, cold or allergy medicine, muscle relaxer, or prescription for anxiety or seizures.
Tell your doctor about all of your other drugs, especially:
Pioglitazone and rosiglitazone are two orally administered diabetic medicines.
Examples of ACE inhibitors following:
- Benazepril
- Captopril
- Enalapril
- Fosinopril
- Lisinopril
- Moexipril
- Perindopril
- Quinapril
- Ramipril
- Trandolapril
This is by no means an exhaustive list. Pregabalin may interact with other medications, including prescription and "OTC" drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements. This is not a complete list of possible pharmaceutical interactions.
Warnings Before Taking Pregabalin 150 mg Capsule:
Special population warnings
Pregnancy:
Lyrica 150mg should only be used if essential during pregnancy. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor.
Breast-feeding:
Lyrica 150 mg should not be taken during nursing because it may enter breast milk. If you are breastfeeding, speak with your doctor.
General Precautions
Kidney failure:
If you have kidney problems, use Lyrica 150mg with caution because this medication is eliminated through the urine.
While using this medication, your doctor will regularly monitor your kidney function. Your doctor may propose a dose change or a different medication based on your clinical situation.
Operating or driving machines:
Using 150mg Lyrica Capsule may raise the risk of sleepiness, dizziness, difficulty concentrating, and other side effects. As a result, if you encounter any of these symptoms, stop undertaking any activity, such as driving or operating machinery.
Symptoms of withdrawal:
Withdrawal symptoms such as irritability, mood swings, depression, anxiousness, and so on may occur if “Lyrica 150mg Capsule” is suddenly stopped. Do not discontinue using this medication without first visiting your doctor.
Cardiovascular disease:
If you have heart problems, use Lyrica 150 MG Capsule with caution because it produces irregular heart rhythms, leading to severe troubles. This medication may induce fluid retention in your body and raise your risk of heart failure. It is more common in the elderly with reduced heart function. Your doctor will continuously monitor your heart's process.
Other medications:
Lyrica 150mg may interact with other medications, resulting in negative effects. As a result, before beginning therapy, inform your doctor about your current medications, including any herbs and supplements.
When used in children and adolescents:
Lyrica 150 mg is not advised for use in children and adolescents under 18 because its safety and efficacy have not been clinically demonstrated.
Lyrica 150mg Capsule has the potential to be abused, especially if you have previously used other recreational medications. If you have a history of substance misuse, tell your doctor before using this medication. Your doctor may recommend an appropriate substitute.
Creatinine kinase levels are elevated:
Myopathy is a disorder that causes muscle weakness because the muscles do not work correctly. In such cases, use Lyrica 150 MG Capsule with caution because this medication causes an increase in creatine kinase levels, which may worsen your illness.
Lyrica 150mg Useful Information
- Lyrica 150 mg Capsules can be consumed with or without food. Do not chew or break the capsule in your mouth.
- Take this medication exactly as directed by your doctor for the duration specified. Avoid taking more or less than what is prescribed.
- To make it easier to remember, take this medication at the same time every day.
- Tell your doctor if your symptoms don't get better or if you have any bad side effects.
- Avoid drinking alcohol because it can have negative consequences.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1) Is Lyrica 150 mg (Pregabalin) increase serotonin levels?
Ans: Lyrica 150mg “Pregabalin” does not affect serotonin or dopamine receptors and does not impede dopamine, serotonin, or noradrenaline reuptake. It does not affect sodium channels, opiate receptors, or cyclooxygenase enzyme activity.
Q2) Is Lyrica Pregabalin been linked to psychosis?
Ans: Side effects are more common at higher doses, especially when titrated quickly.
Pregabalin has been associated with psychosis, hallucinations, and other neuropsychiatric symptoms.
- Pregabalin should be taken on an empty stomach, before or after eating.
- This medication should be taken after eating in the amounts suggested.
Q3) What are the Lyrica 150mg storage and disposal guidelines?
Ans: Lyrica 150mg should be kept cool and dry in its original container. Make sure that this medication is not accessible to young people or dogs.
Q4) Does pregabalin work the same way for everyone?
Ans: No! it behaves differently depending on the disorder.
Q5) How long do I need to take generic Lyrica 150mg?
Ans: The length of Lyrica 150 mg is determined by the ailment for which you are taking it. Before taking this drug, you should consult with your doctor.
Q6) What does Lyrica 150mg affect the nerves?
Ans: Pregabalin is an “anticonvulsant” drug. It lowers the number of pain signals from the body's wounded nerves.
Q7) When should you take 150mg Lyrica at night?
Ans: If you forget to take the extended-release pill after supper, take it before bed with a snack. If you forget to take it before bedtime, take it after breakfast. If you forget to take it the next day, take it after your evening meal at the usual time.
Q8) Is it okay to consume alcohol while taking Lyrica 150mg?
Ans: No! Because alcohol enhances the sedative effects of Pregabalin, it is not advised to consume it when you first start taking it. Once you find the right amount, you can drink alcohol in moderation, but it may make you sleep more than usual.