Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. Is Pregabid a metabolite of gabapentin?
No. Pregabid a not a metabolite of gabapentin. There is a structural similarity between the two drugs and they are GABA analogue.
Q. Can Pregabid cause sedation?
Yes, use of Pregabid can cause sedation or sleepiness.
Q. Is Pregabid a beta blocker?
No. Pregabid is not a beta blocker. Pregabid is a medicine which is used for conditions like neuropathic pain, anxiety, epilepsy, and fibromyalgia.
Q. Is Pregabid a mood stabiliser?
No. Pregabid is not a mood stabiliser. Pregabid is a medicine which is used for conditions like neuropathic pain, anxiety, epilepsy, and fibromyalgia.
Q. Is Pregabid a muscle relaxant?
No. Pregabid is not a muscle relaxant. Pregabid is a medicine which is used for conditions like neuropathic pain, anxiety, epilepsy, and fibromyalgia.
Q. Is Pregabid a benzodiazepine?
No. Pregabid is not a benzodiazepine. Pregabid is a medicine which is used for conditions like neuropathic pain, anxiety, epilepsy, and fibromyalgia.
Q. Is Pregabid a painkiller?
No. Pregabid is not a pain killer. Pregabid is used in the treatment of neuropathic pain, epilepsy and anxiety disorder.
Q. Is Pregabid a steroid?
No. Pregabid is not a steriod. Pregabid is a medicine which is used for conditions like neuropathic pain, anxiety, epilepsy, and fibromyalgia.
Q. Is Pregabid a narcotic?
No. Pregabid is not a narcotic drug. Narcotics are drugs with sleep inducing properties, usual derivatives of Opium like Heroin and Morphine. Pregabid is a medicine which is used for conditions like neuropathic pain, anxiety, epilepsy, and fibromyalgia.
Q. Is it safe to take Pregabid with duloxetine?
If Pregabid and duloxetine taken together, there is an increased risk of side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty in concentrating and motor co-ordination. Consult with your doctor if you have already taken one of the medications.
Q. What is the interaction of Pregabid with anticoagulants?
There is no known interaction between the two drugs but consult your doctor and inform if you are taking any of the medication.
Q. Is Pregabid safe?
Pregabid is a prescription drug and is safe to use if taken in the dose, frequency, and duration as per the doctor"s advice.
Q. Are Pregabid and gabapentin the same?
Pregabid and gabapentin are two different medicines. However, they work in a similar way and both are used for conditions like neuropathic pain and epilepsy. Pregabid is also used for treating anxiety. Please consult your doctor before using any of the medicine.
Q. Is Pregabid a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)?
No, Pregabid is not a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). IIt is a medicine which decreases pain and seizures or fits by binding to specific calcium channels and increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger in the nerve cells and is used for conditions like neuropathic pain, anxiety, epilepsy, and fibromyalgia.
Q. Can I take Pregabid with methadone?
Methadone is opioid in nature and It may reduce the lower gastrointestinal tract function (e.g., intestinal obstruction, paralytic ileus, constipation) especially when given with Pregabid. So, when Pregabid and opioids are used together, measures to prevent constipation may be considered (especially in female patients and elderly).
Q. Is Pregabid a controlled substance?
No, Pregabid is not a controlled substance. However, it is a prescription drug which should only be taken as per the doctor"s advice.
Q. How long can I take Pregabid for?
Pregabid is a prescription drug and it should only be taken for the duration as advised by the doctor.
Q. Can I take Pregabid with gabapentin?
Pregabid and gabapentin both act via similar mechanism and are used for treating similar conditions. They may also enhance each other"s depressant action, so, taking both together is not recommended as you may feel more sleepy and need to take more precautions while driving or using machines. Please consult your doctor before taking both the medicines together.
Q. Can I take Pregabid with sertraline?
Pregabid may increase the depressant action of sertraline. Taking them together can make you feel more sleepy, so, you should be careful while driving or if you are working with a machine. Consult your doctor before taking these drugs together.
Q. Can I take Pregabid with naproxen?
Pregabid and naproxen are not known to have any clinically relevant interaction. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor before taking both them together.
Q. Can I take Pregabid with tramadol?
The central nervous system depressant effect of tramadol may increase when it is taken with Pregabid and you can feel more sleepy, so, you should be careful while driving or if you are working with a machine. Consult your doctor before taking both the medications together.
Q. Can I take Pregabid with alprazolam?
Pregabid can be taken with alprazolam as no interactions have been clinically observed. However, as both the medicines have the tendency to cause sleepiness, so caution may be needed in case both the medicines are used together as it may affect your ability to drive or work on a machine. Please consult your doctor before taking them together.
Q. Can I take Pregabid with amitriptyline?
Pregabid is known to increase the depressant action of amitriptyline. Taking the two medicines together can make you feel more sleepy, so, you should be careful while driving or if you are working with a machine. Consult your doctor before taking the medications together.
Q. Can I take Pregabid with ibuprofen?
Pregabid is not known to have any interaction with ibuprofen and they can be taken together. However, consult your doctor before taking these medications together.
Q. Can I take Pregabid with diazepam?
Pregabid may enhance the depressant effects of diazepam when used together. Taking them together can make you feel more sleepy, so, you should be careful while driving or if you are working with a machine. Consult your doctor before taking these medicines together.
Q. Can I take Pregabid with paracetamol?
Pregabid is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with paracetamol. They can be safely taken together. However, consult your doctor before taking these drugs together as interactions may occur.
Q. Does Pregabid cause swelling?
Pregabid is known to produce edema (swelling) by fluid (water) retention. Kindly consult your doctor if you develop swelling while taking Pregabid.
Q. Does Pregabid cause drowsiness (somnolence)?
One of the common side effects of Pregabid use is drowsiness (somnolence). Consult your doctor if you experience any such symptom while taking Pregabid especially if you are taking any other medicine which can make you sleepy.
Q. Does Pregabid cause weight gain?
Weight gain can occur as a common side effect with Pregabid use. It can be a result of increased appetite (feeling hungry) and fluid (water) retention. Consult your doctor if there is any change in your weight during therapy.
Q. Does Pregabid cause hair loss?
Clinical studies have shown that Pregabid can cause hair loss (alopecia) in some patients. It has also been associated with hirsutism (excessive hair growth). Consult your doctor if you notice any difference in your hair growth while taking Pregabid.
Q. Does Pregabid make you tired?
Pregabid is known to cause tiredness (fatigue). Consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking Pregabid.
Q. Does Pregabid cause water retention?
Pregabid has been associated with fluid (water) retention and edema (swelling). Consult your doctor if you notice swelling of your body while taking Pregabid therapy.
Q. Does Pregabid make you hungry?
Pregabid is known to increase appetite (make you feel hungry). Consult your doctor if there is a significant change in your appetite while taking Pregabid.
Q. Does Pregabid cause diarrhea?
Pregabid use can cause diarrhea as a side effect. Consult your doctor if you have diarrhea while taking Pregabid.
Q. Does Pregabid help with sleep?
Pregabid is not indicated for the treatment of any sleep problems. Rather, Pregabid can cause somnolence (increased desire to sleep). Consult your doctor for the treatment of any sleep related problems.Show moreShow less
