Pbren 100 Tablet
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Product introduction
Pbren 100 Tablet is a medicine used to relieve pain caused by nerve damage (neuropathic pain) due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster infection), spinal cord injury, or other conditions. It is also used to treat widespread muscle pain and stiffness in people with fibromyalgia.
Pbren 100 Tablet is used to treat epilepsy, nerve pain and anxiety (fear and nervousness) disorders
Pbren 100 Tablet is used to treat epilepsy, nerve pain and anxiety (fear and nervousness) disorders
Uses of Pbren Tablet
Benefits of Pbren Tablet
In Treatment of Neuropathic pain
Pbren 100 Tablet is 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 this medicine 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.
In Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures
Pbren 100 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called anticonvulsants which are used to treat some forms of epilepsy in adults. It is thought to work by slowing down nerve impulses in the brain which cause seizures (fits). It helps reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety. It will help you go about your daily activities with more confidence and may allow you to do some activities that you would otherwise be forbidden or scared to do (such as swimming and driving). It can take a few weeks for this medicine to work and during this time you may still have seizures. Do not stop using this medicine even if you feel well until your doctor advises you to. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.
In Treatment of Fibromyalgia
Pbren 100 Tablet may also be used to treat pain in people with fibromyalgia. It reduces pain and also the mood changes, sleep problems, and tiredness that can be caused by the pain. It interferes with pain messages traveling through the brain. Keep taking the medicine until your doctor advises you to stop.
Side effects of Pbren 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 Pbren
- Blurred vision
- Difficulty in paying attention
- Dizziness
- Dryness in mouth
- Edema (swelling)
- Sleepiness
- Weight gain
How to use Pbren 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. Pbren 100 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Pbren Tablet works
Pbren 100 Tablet is an antiepileptic medication. When given for epilepsy, it is believed to work by reducing the abnormal electrical activity in the brain, thus preventing seizures. It is also used to treat nerve and muscle pain where it blocks pain by interfering with pain signals traveling through the damaged nerves and the brain.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Pbren 100 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Pbren 100 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
Pbren 100 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
Pbren 100 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Pbren 100 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pbren 100 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Pbren 100 Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Pbren 100 Tablet is recommended.
What if you forget to take Pbren Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Pbren 100 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.
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Quick tips
- Pbren 100 Tablet should be taken as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
- It may cause sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- It may cause blurring or loss of vision. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any vision changes.
- Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your underlying condition.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Cyclic GABA Analogues
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Alpha 2 delta ligands (AED)
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. What is Pbren 100 Tablet and what is it used for?
Pbren 100 Tablet belongs to the anticonvulsants class of medicines. It is used to treat seizures. It is also helpful in treating nerve pain (neuropathic pain) which could be due to diabetes, shingles, or injury. It is also used in fibromyalgia (a long-lasting condition that may cause pain, tiredness, muscle stiffness and tenderness as well as difficulty falling or staying asleep. In some cases, your doctor may prescribe this medicine for the treatment of anxiety.
Q. Pbren 100 Tablet has varied roles. Does it work in the same way for each disease?
No, Pbren 100 Tablet works in different ways for different diseases. In epilepsy, it stops seizures by reducing the abnormal electrical activity in the brain. In chronic pain, it blocks pain messages travelling from brain to spine.
Q. I have been prescribed Pbren 100 Tablet for pain due to shingles. When can I expect relief from pain?
It may take a few weeks to see full benefits while taking Pbren 100 Tablet. However, people have experienced relief from pain after a week of starting Pbren 100 Tablet.
Q. How long do I need to take Pbren 100 Tablet?
Duration for the use of Pbren 100 Tablet depends on the condition for which you are taking this medicine. If you are taking it for epilepsy, and it is effectively helping you then, you may have to continue it for years. If you are taking it for neuropathic or fibromyalgia pain, it is likely that once your symptoms improve you will have to continue taking it for several months. This will ensure that the problem does not come back. It is advised not to stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Q. Is it necessary to continue taking Pbren 100 Tablet even if I feel fine?
Yes, you should not stop taking Pbren 100 Tablet even if you feel fine. If you are taking it for epilepsy and stop its consumption suddenly, you may have seizures that will not stop. Stopping it suddenly may result in withdrawal symptoms and you may experience anxiety, difficulty in sleeping, feeling sick, pain and sweating. These can be prevented if the dose of Pbren 100 Tablet is reduced gradually.
Q. Is Pbren 100 Tablet addictive?
Addiction to Pbren 100 Tablet is more common in people who take it for unauthorized reasons. Taking Pbren 100 Tablet more than the recommended doses or taking it for long periods of time may also cause addiction. In addition to that, any person who has a history of drug abuse should never use Pbren 100 Tablet. In case you feel you are becoming physically dependent on Pbren 100 Tablet, inform your doctor immediately.
Q. Can I take Diazepam and Pbren 100 Tablet together?
Yes, Pbren 100 Tablet and Diazepam can be used together. But, there might be a chance of increased side effects since both these medicines act on the brain to depress excessive activity.
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