Pregabalin Sustained Release & Etoricoxib Tablets

Pregabalin Sustained Release & Etoricoxib Tablets- This medicine comprises two powerful ingredients- Pregabalin & Etoricoxib. These tablets treat neuropathic pain (pain due to nerve damage), fibromyalgia (severe muscle pain all over the body), and postherpetic neuralgia (a persistent pain in the areas of the skin where you had shingles, a viral infection that causes a painful rash). People who experience chronic lower back conditions like a spinal cord injury or diabetic peripheral neuropathy that causes neuropathic pain are also prescribed this medication. This medicine is also used to treat a certain extent of anxiety disorder or epilepsy (improper signals of the nerve cells causing seizures).

Chemical Class: Pregabalin (anti-convulsants) and Etoricoxib (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)

Action Class: Pregabalin blocks the chemicals in the brain that send pain signals across the nervous system. Etoricoxib blocks certain chemicals responsible for sending the sensation of pain and symptoms of inflammation.

Habit-Forming: No habit-forming tendency was reported.

Uses

• Pregabalin Sustained Release and Eoricoxib Tablets treat neuropathic pain (pain due to nerve damage), fibromyalgia (severe muscle pain all over the body), and postherpetic neuralgia (a persistent pain in the areas of the skin where you had shingles, a viral infection that causes a painful rash).
• People who experience chronic lower back conditions like a spinal cord injury or diabetic peripheral neuropathy that causes neuropathic pain are also prescribed this medication.
• This medicine is also used to treat a certain extent of anxiety disorder or epilepsy (improper signals of the nerve cells causing seizures).

Side Effects

Major and minor side effects of Pregabalin + Etoricoxib tablets include-

• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Dry mouth
• Swelling or inflammation of ankles or feet
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Indigestion
• Blurred vision
• Weakness
• Increased appetite
• Bloating
• Joint pain
• High blood pressure

These symptoms usually resolve with time and do not need special medical attention. However, if you experience any of these for a long period or to an unbearable extent, consider informing your doctor.

Precautions

1. If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, do not take these tablets without a thorough consultation about the same with your doctor.
2. There is not enough information available about the effect of this medicine on breastfeeding women, therefore, take only if prescribed.
3. Children should be restricted from consuming these tablets if not prescribed by a professional.
4. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to any ingredients in Pregabalin + Etorcoxib tablets.

WARNINGS

1. Alcohol consumption is prohibited while being on this course.
2. These tablets can cause dizziness or blurry vision. Therefore avoid driving if you experience any of these symptoms.
3. If you are a victim of congestive heart failure, serious liver diseases, increased blood pressure, kidney or inflammatory bowel diseases, gastrointestinal bleeding, and inflammatory bowel diseases do not take these tablets unless prescribed.

Directions for Use

• These tablets should be orally taken with a glass of water. Do not try to crush chew or break it. Swallow as a whole.
• Do not overuse the tablets and take them as prescribed by your doctor.
• Check for warnings, storage conditions, and dosage instructions on the packaging before starting the medicine.

Storage Requirements

Store in a dry and cool place away from sunlight.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q) What are the uses of Pregabalin + Etoricoxib tablets?

Ans) This medicine comprises two powerful ingredients- Pregabalin & Etoricoxib. These tablets treat neuropathic pain (pain due to nerve damage), fibromyalgia (severe muscle pain all over the body), and postherpetic neuralgia (a persistent pain in the areas of the skin where you had shingles, a viral infection that causes a painful rash). People who experience chronic lower back conditions like a spinal cord injury or diabetic peripheral neuropathy that causes neuropathic pain are also prescribed this medication. This medicine is also used to treat a certain extent of anxiety disorder or epilepsy (improper signals of the nerve cells causing seizures).

Q) What are the side effects of Pregabalin + Etorcoxib tablets?

Ans) Common side effects include- Headache, nausea, vomiting, blurry vision, weakness, etc.

Q) How many times should I take these tablets in a day?

Ans) You are advised to take one tablet per day or as instructed by your doctor.

Q) Can I consume alcohol while being on this course of medication?

Ans) Alcohol consumption is prohibited while being on this course.