All Details About PREGAKARD NT
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about PREGAKARD NT
Description:
PREGAKARD NT Tablet is a combination medicine used for the treatment of neuropathic pain. This medicine decreases the pain by stopping the movement of pain signals to the brain.
PREGAKARD NT Tablet is taken by mouth, with or without food and preferably at bedtime. It is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the blood. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor as this is a habit-forming medicine. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important not to stop this medication suddenly without talking to the doctor.
Uses:
- PREGAKARD NT Tablet is used to treat certain types of long-lasting pain caused by damage to nerves.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other pain-relieving medicines.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures.
Directions For Use:
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. PREGAKARD NT Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Side Effects:
- Constipation
- Difficulty in urination
- Weight gain
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Blurred vision
- Dryness in mouth
- Increased heart rate
Warning & Precautions:
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.
FAQs:
Q. What is PREGAKARD NT Tablet?
PREGAKARD NT Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Pregabalin and Nortriptyline. This medicine is useful in the treatment of nerve pain (neuropathic pain). It calms the damaged or overactive nerves by acting on the brain. Thereby, decreasing the pain sensation.
Q. Can I stop taking PREGAKARD NT Tablet when my pain is relieved?
No, you should not stop taking PREGAKARD NT Tablet even if your pain is relieved. Continue to take it as advised by your doctor. If you suddenly stop taking PREGAKARD NT Tablet, you may experience withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, sleeping difficulties, nausea, pain and sweating. You may need to gradually taper the dose before you stop the medication completely
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Q. How to manage weight gain associated with the use of PREGAKARD NT Tablet?
PREGAKARD NT Tablet can make you feel hungry which might make you eat more, thereby increasing your chances of putting on weight.. However, preventing weight gain is easier than losing increased weight. Try to eat a healthy balanced diet without increasing your portion sizes (per-meal intake). DO not eat foods that contain a lot of calories, such as soft drinks, oily food, chips, cakes, biscuits, and sweets. If you feel hungry between meals, avoid eating junk food and eat fruits, vegetables and low-calorie foods. Regular exercise will prevent weight gain. If you maintain good eating habits and exercise regularly, you might not gain any weight.
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