Neurokem D 75mg/20mg Capsule
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Alkem Laboratories Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Pregabalin (75mg) + Duloxetine (20mg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | NEURO CNS |
User Rating | 4.2 |
User Reviews | 357 |
FAQ
Neurokem D 75mg/20mg Capsule Reviews
Neurokem D 75mg/20mg can be taken with or without food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor as this is habit forming medicine. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of the treatment even if you feel better. It is important not to stop taking this medicine suddenly as it may worsen your symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine include peripheral edema, nausea, headache, dryness of mouth, difficulty in concentration and blurred vision. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause weight gain and to control it, you should have a balanced diet and exercise regularly. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts.
Before taking this medicine let your doctor know if you suffer from kidney or liver disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
How Neurokem D 75mg/20mg Capsule Works
How to Use Neurokem D 75mg/20mg Capsule
Uses of Neurokem D 75mg/20mg Capsule
- Neuropathic pain
Neurokem D 75mg/20mg Capsule Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Neurokem D 75mg/20mg is used for treating nerve pain caused by diabetes, shingles, fibromyalgia, and spinal cord injuries.
- Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
- It may cause a sensation of restlessness or an inability to sit or stand still, especially when you first start taking it. Inform your doctor if this happens to you.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking this medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of liver damage.
- It may cause dizziness during the first few weeks. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how Neurokem D 75mg/20mg affects you.
- Monitor your blood pressure regularly, especially during the first month of treatment.
- You may have to wait for 2 to 4 weeks before it starts working.
References
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