Mecorid PG 500mcg/50mg Tablet

Short Description

Mecorid PG 500mcg/50mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of neuropathic pain.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Mecorid PG 500mcg/50mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of neuropathic pain. It decreases pain by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells. This medicine also protects nerve fibers and heal damaged nerve cells.

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. Mecorid PG 500mcg/50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Mecorid PG 500mcg/50mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Methylcobalamin and Pregabalin. Methylcobalamin is a form of vitamin B which helps in the production of myelin a substance that protects nerve fibers and rejuvenates damaged nerve cells. Pregabalin is an alpha 2 delta ligand which decreases the pain by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells. Together they relieve neuropathic pain (pain from damaged nerves).

You have been prescribed Mecorid PG 500mcg/50mg Tablet for treating and preventing nerve pain. Its side effects are usually mild and temporary. It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Mecorid PG 500mcg/50mg Tablet as it may cause excessive sleepiness. Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior.