Pregapil: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Pregapil Benefits & Uses

Pregapil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Neuropathic Pain (Read More - How to Treat Nerve Pain at Home: Effective Remedies)
Epilepsy

Pregapil Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Neuropathic (Nerve) Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Methylcobalamin (1500 mcg), Pregabalin (150 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Neuropathic (Nerve) Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Methylcobalamin (1500 mcg), Pregabalin (150 mg)/Tablet

Pregapil Related Warnings

Is the use of Pregapil safe for pregnant women?

Pregapil may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Pregapil, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Pregapil safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Pregapil. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pregapil on the Kidneys?

Pregapil rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Pregapil on the Liver?

Pregapil is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Pregapil on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Pregapil for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Pregapil with Other Drugs

Pregapil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Captopril

Lorazepam

Moderate

Pentazocine

Codeine

Pregapil Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pregapil unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Suicidal Tendency
Heart Failure
Depression
Glaucoma

Frequently asked Questions about Pregapil

Is this Pregapil habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Pregapil.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Pregapil. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Pregapil is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Pregapil is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Pregapil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pregapil

Taking Pregapil with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pregapil

Taking Pregapil with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Pregapil

Question over 5 years ago

How can i naturally take methylcobalamin?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Methylcobalamin is abundantly found in eggs, milk, curd, meat (chicken and fish). However, if your levels are very low you are recommended to take medicines as per doctors instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Pregapil?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

The general recommended an oral dose of the Pregapil is 1500 µg daily, divided into three doses. It is also available in other forms such as injectibles. Patients with critically low levels of methylcobalamin are often recommended by to take intramuscular injections to cover up for their deficiency.

Question over 5 years ago

What are the precautions to be taken while administration of this Pregapil?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

The Pregapil is susceptible to breaking down in the presence of light and it also gets affected by the moisture. Therefore, it should be consumed as soon as the package is opened and must be protected from the light and moisture.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Pregapil work?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Pregapil works by forming myelin sheath which is used to cover and protect the nerve cells. Pregapil is used to revive the nerve cells. In the absence of enough Pregapil, myeline sheath doesn't form properly leading to nerve damage.

Question almost 6 years ago

What are the different types of neuralgia that can be treated with the Pregapil?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

The Pregapil can be used for the treatment of subacute herpetic neuralgia (pain that persists for 30 to 120 days following a rash by herpes zoster), glossopharyngeal neuralgia (extreme pain at the back of the tongue, throat or ears) and trigeminal neuralgia (extreme pain caused via trigeminal nerve from face to the brain).

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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