Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet
Prescription Required
MARKETER
SALT COMPOSITION
Pregabalin (75mg) + Nortriptyline (10mg)
STORAGE
Store below 30°C
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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet is a combination medicine used for the treatment of neuropathic pain. This medicine decreases the pain by stopping the movement of pain signals to the brain.
Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet is taken by mouth, with or without food and preferably at bedtime. It is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the blood. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor as this is a habit-forming medicine. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important not to stop this medication suddenly without talking to the doctor.
Some common side effects of this medicine include constipation, difficulty in urination, weight gain, tiredness, and dryness in mouth. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness. So, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. This medicine may cause weight gain and to control it, you should exercise regularly and take a balanced diet. It is important to inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts.
Before taking this medicine let your doctor know if you suffer from kidney or liver disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
USES OF EUSTOPRE TABLET
BENEFITS OF EUSTOPRE TABLET
In Treatment of Neuropathic pain
Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of medicines used to treat long-lasting (chronic) pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles, or spinal cord injury. It reduces pain and its associated symptoms such as mood changes, sleep problems, and tiredness. It is thought to work by interfering with pain signals that travel through the damaged nerves and the brain.
Taking Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet regularly will improve your physical and social functioning and overall quality of life. It takes a few weeks to work so you need to take it regularly even if you feel it is not doing any good. Once your symptoms have gone you should still keep taking the medicine until your doctor advises you to stop.
SIDE EFFECTS OF EUSTOPRE TABLET
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Eustopre
Dryness in mouth
Increased heart rate
Increased appetite
Increased libido
Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
Vertigo
Vomiting
Nausea
Erectile dysfunction
Joint pain
Constipation
Difficulty in urination
Weight gain
Sleepiness
Dizziness
Tiredness
Blurred vision
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Uncoordinated body movements
HOW TO USE EUSTOPRE TABLET
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW EUSTOPRE TABLET WORKS
Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Pregabalin and Nortriptyline. Pregabalin is an alpha 2 delta ligand which decreases the pain by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells. Nortriptyline is a tricyclic antidepressant which increases the levels of chemical messengers (serotonin and noradrenaline) that stop the movement of pain signals in the brain. Together, they relieve neuropathic pain (pain from damaged nerves).
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet may affect your alertness which may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE EUSTOPRE TABLET?
If you miss a dose of Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick tips
FAQs
Q. What is Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet?
Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Pregabalin and Nortriptyline. This medicine is useful in the treatment of nerve pain (neuropathic pain). It calms the damaged or overactive nerves by acting on the brain. Thereby, decreasing the pain sensation.
Q. Can I stop taking Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet when my pain is relieved?
No, you should not stop taking Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet even if your pain is relieved. Continue to take it as advised by your doctor. If you suddenly stop taking Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet, you may experience withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, sleeping difficulties, nausea, pain and sweating. You may need to gradually taper the dose before you stop the medication completely.
Q. How to manage weight gain associated with the use of Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet?
Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet can make you feel hungry which might make you eat more, thereby increasing your chances of putting on weight.. However, preventing weight gain is easier than losing increased weight. Try to eat a healthy balanced diet without increasing your portion sizes (per-meal intake). DO not eat foods that contain a lot of calories, such as soft drinks, oily food, chips, cakes, biscuits, and sweets. If you feel hungry between meals, avoid eating junk food and eat fruits, vegetables and low-calorie foods. Regular exercise will prevent weight gain. If you maintain good eating habits and exercise regularly, you might not gain any weight.
Q. Can the use of Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?
Yes, Eustopre 75mg/10mg Tablet may make you feel drowsy or you may suddenly fall asleep during your daily activities. Sometimes, you might not even feel drowsy or have any other warning signs before you suddenly fall asleep. Avoid driving a car, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities at the beginning of your treatment until you know how the medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience such episodes while taking this medicine.
