Pregastar Plus SR 75 Tablet

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Lupin Ltd
Active Ingredient	Pregabalin (75mg) + Methylcobalamin (1500mcg) + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) (20mg) + Folic Acid (5mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	NEURO CNS
User Rating	4.6
User Reviews	512

FAQ

What if you forget to take Pregastar Plus Tablet SR?

If you miss a dose of Pregastar Plus SR 75, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Pregastar Plus SR 75 Tablet Reviews

Pregastar Plus SR 75 is a medicine used in the treatment of neuropathic pain. It helps to decrease pain by controlling calcium channel activity of the nerve cells. It also provides essential nutrients to the body.

Pregastar Plus SR 75 can be taken with or without food. The dose and duration will depend on what you are using it for and how well it helps your symptoms. Use it regularly and do not discontinue using it until the doctor tells you it is alright to stop.

The most common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, headache, sleepiness, and tiredness. If you experience any side effects that does not go away or worsen, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms.

Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any other illnesses or disorders. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other medicines you are using so let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. Do not consume alcohol when on treatment with this medicine as it may cause excessive sleepiness. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.

How Pregastar Plus SR 75 Tablet Works

Pregastar Plus SR 75 is a combination of four medicines: Pregabalin, Methylcobalamin, Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) and Folic Acid. Pregabalin is an alpha 2 delta ligand which decreases pain by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells. Methylcobalamin and Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) are forms of vitamin B which help in the production of myelin, a substance that protects nerve fibers and rejuvenates damaged nerve cells. Folic Acid is also a form of vitamin B which provides essential nutrients to the nerves. Together, they relieve neuropathic pain (pain from damaged nerves).

How to Use Pregastar Plus SR 75 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pregastar Plus SR 75 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Uses of Pregastar Plus SR 75 Tablet

Neuropathic pain

Pregastar Plus SR 75 Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Pregastar Plus SR 75 is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Pregastar Plus SR 75 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Pregastar Plus SR 75 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Pregastar Plus SR 75. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Pregastar Plus SR 75 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Pregastar Plus SR 75 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Pregastar Plus SR 75 is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Pregastar Plus SR 75 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Pregastar Plus SR 75, as it may cause excessive sleepiness.
To lower the chances of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
Its side effects are usually mild and temporary.
Pregastar Plus SR 75 helps in treating and preventing nerve pain.