Nova Plus is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Secondary and off-label uses of Nova Plus have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Nova Plus. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Nova Plus include Gastritis, Rash, Itching or burning. While these are the most often observed Nova Plus side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Nova Plus go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Nova Plus is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Nova Plus related warnings talks about Nova Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Nova Plus contraindications section.
Additionally, Nova Plus may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Nova Plus, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Nova Plus is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nova Plus is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Nova Plus safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Nova Plus for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Nova Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Nova Plus for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Nova Plus on the Kidneys?
Nova Plus is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Nova Plus on the Liver?
Effects of Nova Plus on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Nova Plus on the Heart?
Nova Plus is rarely harmful for the heart.
Nova Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nova Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nova Plus habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Nova Plus.
Interaction between Food and Nova Plus
When consumed with certain foods, Nova Plus may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nova Plus
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Nova Plus are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Nova Plus is a brand name of pregabalin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cyclic GABA analogue. It has an anti-epileptic property. It is available in different consume types such as tablets and capsules which are meant to be taken orally. It is also used to treat neuropathic pain (pain or injury in the nerves) associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (nerves injured due to high blood sugar), post-herpetic neuralgia (painful rash with the blister), epilepsy (seizure), fibromyalgia (widespread muscle pain and tenderness) and generalised anxiety disorder (GAD).
Yes, Nova Plus can cause weight gain. According to the FDA report, it is found that patients have gained weight. Therefore, please inform your doctor if you are experiencing weight gain after taking this medication.
Rarely, Nova Plus can cause hair loss. There are no such cases reported. However, if you are in doubt that this drug is causing hair loss then discuss with your doctor.
Yes, Nova Plus is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor, however, few side effects have been observed such as susceptibility to infections, headache, and flatulence.
Rarely, Nova Plus can cause addiction. There are no such cases reported. However, please inform your doctor if you are experiencing addiction after taking this medication.
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