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Pregabalin (AN) TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: pregabalin

Brand name

(ARTG)

: PREGABALIN AN pregabalin 50mg capsule blister pack

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

Pregabalin is indicated for the treatment of neuropathic pain in adults. Pregabalin is indicated as adjunctive therapy in adults with partial seizures with or without secondary generalisation.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Capsule, hard
  • Oral
  • White/white size 2 hard capsule imprinted with A on cap, 141 on body with black ink

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 25 degrees Celsius
  • Store in Original Container
  • Shelf lifetime is 36 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

  • 14 pack
  • 20 pack
  • 56 pack
  • 60 pack

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?

(AHT)

For the active ingredient pregabalin

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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