How to Use

For the safe use of Pregabalin, it is important that you first talk to a doctor. Make him aware of your medical history as well as a list of medications you are using. The doctor needs to know if any of these conditions apply to you:

• Allergic to any of the ingredients contained in Pregabalin
• Pregnant or trying to become pregnant or are breastfeeding
• Have kidney problems
• Have heart problems
• High blood pressure
• Muscle problems
• Bleeding problems
• Low platelets
• History of mood or mental problems
• History of angioedema
• Plan to father a child

Pregabalin should be used exactly as prescribed. Read the directions on the label and follow the directions given by your doctor. The medicine needs to be taken by mouth with food or on an empty stomach. Take the drug as prescribed and on a regular schedule to enjoy the full benefits.

It is good to take the medicine at the same time every day. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember but only if it is not almost time for the next dose. Don’t take more medicine to compensate for the missed dose.

FDA Pregnancy Classification

Storage

Store at room temperature and far from direct heat and moisture.

Side Effects

Less common

• Tightness in the chest
• Shortness of breath
• Labored or difficulty breathing

Rare

• Itching
• Hives
• Blistering, loosening of the skin or peeling
• Muscle or joint pain
• Difficulty swallowing
• Coughing
• Diarrhea
• Sore throat
• Skin rash
• Ulcers, sores or white spots on the lips or mouth
• Elevated heartbeat
• Unusual weakness or tiredness
• Irritated or red eyes
• Red skin lesions
• Swelling of eyelids

Common

• Dry mouth
• Accidental injury
• Clumsiness
• Delusions
• Hoarseness
• Increased appetite
• Blurred vision
• Bloating
• Swelling of the arms, face, hands, feet or lower legs
• Dementia
• Double vision
• Headache
• Difficulty speaking
• Unusual weight gain
• Loss of memory
• Lack of coordination
• Shakiness
• Unusual drowsiness

Safety

Avoid activities that require you to be alert after taking the medicine. This is because using Pregabalin may cause blurred vision, dizziness, light-headedness or drowsiness. You should also not take alcohol while using this medicine.

You should avoid activities that may lead to injuries. Pregabalin may reduce the number of platelets in the blood thereby causing you to bleed more even when the injuries are minor. Let your doctor know that you are using Pregabalin before any treatment starts.

Don’t stop using the drug suddenly as this may cause headaches, diarrhea, nausea, anxiety, trouble sleeping and increased perspiration. You must also never change the dose without informing your doctor.