Folic Acid + Methylcobalamin + Pregabalin + Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine

Expert Advice

Dosage Forms Available

• Folic Acid + Methylcobalamin + Pregabalin + Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine is available in the form of oral capsules and tablets.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This combination is typically prescribed for adults and children over the age of 12 years.

Contraindications

• This medicine is contraindicated in people with hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.

• It is also contraindicated in individuals with end-stage renal disease undergoing haemodialysis.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This medicine may interact with CNS depressants like benzodiazepines (such as diazepam), opioids (such as morphine) and anticonvulsants (such as phenytoin, phenobarbital and primidone).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of this medication can lead to symptoms such as increased drowsiness, blurred vision, unsteady movement or decreased coordination. If these symptoms occur, consult your doctor immediately.

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects will disappear once you stop taking the medicine. However, if any side effect persists or worsens, consult your doctor immediately.

• For dizziness or drowsiness, try resting and avoid driving or operating machinery until these effects have worn off.

• If dry mouth occurs, suck on sugarless gum or hard candy.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medication may cause dizziness and drowsiness which can affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery. It is advised to avoid such activities if you feel these effects after taking the medication.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• There is insufficient data on the safety of this medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It is advised to consult your doctor before using this medicine during these periods.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Individuals with kidney disease should exercise caution when taking this medication, as the medicine is excreted by the kidneys and may accumulate leading to toxicity.

• People with a history of depression or mood disorders should also be monitored closely as this medication can cause suicidal thoughts and behaviours.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Maintain a healthy diet rich in vitamins, especially B vitamins, to support nerve health.

• Regular exercise can help manage neuropathic pain.

• Good sleep hygiene can help manage sleep disturbances associated with neuropathic pain.

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