Maxmala forte

Maxmala forte Medicine

Contraindications

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What is the most important information I should know about Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE)?

Because it may mask the hematologic abnormalities while neurological damage progresses, Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) should not be used in the therapy of patients with vitamin B12 deficiency of any cause, unless there is associated folate deficiency. The Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) content of one tablet a day however, is unlikely to mask pernicious anemia should this condition be present. Also, pregnancy during pernicious anemia is very rare.

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What is the most important information I should know about Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE)?

You may have thoughts about suicide while taking this medication. Your doctor will need to check you at regular visits. Do not miss any scheduled appointments.

Call your doctor at once if you have any new or worsening symptoms such as: mood or behavior changes, depression, anxiety, insomnia, or if you feel agitated, hostile, restless, hyperactive (mentally or physically), or have thoughts about suicide or hurting yourself.

If you are taking Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) to prevent seizures, keep taking the medication even if you feel fine.

Do not stop using Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) without first talking to your doctor, even if you feel fine. You may have increased seizures or withdrawal symptoms such as headache, sleep problems, nausea, and diarrhea. Ask your doctor how to avoid withdrawal symptoms when you stop using Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE).

Do not change your dose of Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) without your doctor's advice. Tell your doctor if the medication does not seem to work as well in treating your condition.

Wear a medical alert tag or carry an ID card stating that you take Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE). Any medical care provider who treats you should know that you take seizure medication.

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What is the most important information I should know about Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE)?

Contraindications for Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) (Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE))

Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) is contraindicated in those hypersensitive to any component of a Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE)-containing product.

Undesirable effects

Nausea, Abdominal pain, Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Vertigo, Vomiting

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What are the possible side effects of Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE)?

Allergic sensitization has been reported following both oral and parenteral administration of Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE).

Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) is relatively nontoxic in man. Rare instances of allergic responses to Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) preparations have been reported and have included erythema, skin rash, itching, general malaise, and respiratory difficulty due to bronchospasm. One patient experienced symptoms suggesting anaphylaxis following injection of the drug. Gastrointestinal side effects, including anorexia, nausea, abdominal distention, flatulence, and a bitter or bad taste, have been reported in patients receiving 15 mg Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) daily for 1 month. Other side effects reported in patients receiving 15 mg daily include altered sleep patterns, difficulty in concentrating, irritability, overactivity, excitement, mental depression, confusion, and impaired judgment. Decreased vitamin B12 serum levels may occur in patients receiving prolonged Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) therapy.

In an uncontrolled study, orally administered Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) was reported to increase the incidence of seizures in some epileptic patients receiving phenobarbital, primidone, or diphenylhydantoin. Another investigator reported decreased diphenylhydantoin serum levels in folate-deficient patients receiving diphenylhydantoin who were treated with 5 mg or 15 mg of Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) daily.

CALL YOUR DOCTOR FOR MEDICAL ADVICE ABOUT SIDE EFFECTS. YOU MAY REPORT SIDE EFFECTS TO THE FDA AT 1-800-FDA-1088 OR LEADING PHARMA, LLC AT 844-740-7500.

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What are the possible side effects of Methylcobalamin (Maxmala FORTE)?

Tablet: Gastrointestinal: Symptoms eg, anorexia, nausea or diarrhea may occur infrequently.

Dermatological: Skin rash may occur rarely.

Others: Prolonged use of larger doses of Methylcobalamin (Maxmala FORTE) is not recommended for patients whose occupation requires handling of mercury or its compounds.

Injection: Hypersensitivity: Use of Methylcobalamin (Maxmala FORTE) should be discontinued if symptoms of hypersensitivity eg, eruptions, occur.

Others: Pain and induration may infrequently occur at the site of IM injection and headache, sweating or hot sensation may rarely occur.

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What are the possible side effects of Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE)?

The Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) clinical programme involved over 8900 patients who were exposed to Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE), of whom over 5600 were in double-blind placebo controlled trials. The most commonly reported adverse reactions were dizziness and somnolence. Adverse reactions were usually mild to moderate in intensity. In all controlled studies, the discontinuation rate due to adverse reactions was 12% for patients receiving Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) and 5% for patients receiving placebo. The most common adverse reactions resulting in discontinuation from Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) treatment groups were dizziness and somnolence.

In Table 2, all adverse reactions which occurred at an incidence greater than placebo and in more than one patient, are listed by class and frequency: Very common (≥1/10); common (≥1/100 to <1/10); uncommon (≥1/1,000 to <1/100); rare (≥1/10,000 to <1/1,000); very rare (<l/10,000), not known (cannot be estimated from the available data).

Within each frequency grouping, undesirable effects are presented in order of decreasing seriousness.

The adverse reactions listed may also be associated with the underlying disease and/or concomitant medicinal products.

In the treatment of central neuropathic pain due to spinal cord injury the incidence of adverse reactions in general, CNS adverse reactions and especially somnolence was increased.

Additional reactions reported from post-marketing experience are included as Frequency not known in italics in the table below.

After discontinuation of short-term and long-term treatment with Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) withdrawal symptoms have been observed in some patients. The following reactions have been mentioned: Insomnia, headache, nausea, anxiety, diarrhoea, flu syndrome, convulsions, nervousness, depression, pain, hyperhidrosis and dizziness, suggestive of physical dependence. The patient should be informed about this at the start of the treatment.

Concerning discontinuation of long-term treatment of Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE), data suggest that the incidence and severity of withdrawal symptoms may be dose-related.

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What are the possible side effects of Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE)?

Applies to pyridoxine: capsule, injectable, solution, tablet, tablet enteric coated, tablet extended release

As well as its needed effects, pyridoxine (the active ingredient contained in Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE)) may cause unwanted side effects that require medical attention.

Severity: Moderate

If any of the following side effects occur while taking pyridoxine, check with your doctor or nurse as soon as possible:

With large doses

  • Clumsiness
  • numbness of hands or feet

Therapeutic indications

An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.

is used for its antoxidant effects in the treatment of diabetic neuropathy. It has been tried in the treatment of liver dysfunction and in subacute necrotising encephalopathy. Beneficial results have been claimed in amanitin poisoning after ingestion of the mushroom Amanita phalloides, but such use is controversial

An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.

Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) is used in the treatment and prevention of the folate deficiency state. It does not correct folate deficiency due to dihydrofolate reductase inhibitors. Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) is also used in women of child-bearing potential and pregnant women to protect against neural tube defects in their offspring. It is also used for the treatment of folate-deficient megaloblastic anaemia, chronic haemolytic states such as thalassaemia major or sickle-cell anaemia.

An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.

Tab: Treatment of peripheral neuropathies. Inj: Megaloblastic anemia due to vit B12 deficiency, peripheral neuropathies.

An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.

Neuropathic Pain: Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) is indicated for the treatment of neuropathic pain in adults, including neuropathic pain associated with spinal cord injury.

Epilepsy: Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) is indicated as adjunctive therapy in adults with partial seizures, with or without secondary generalization.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder: Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) is indicated for the treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) in adults.

Fibromyalgia: Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) is indicated for the management of fibromyalgia.

An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.

* Sideroblastic anaemia

* Treatment and prophylaxis of Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) deficiency states

Alpha-lipoic acid is a naturally occurring fatty acid that can be found in many foods such as yeast, spinach, broccoli, potatoes, and organ meats such as liver or kidney.

Alpha-lipoic acid has been used as a nutritional supplement and antioxidant.

Not all uses for alpha-lipoic acid have been approved by the FDA. Alpha-lipoic acid should not be substituted for medications prescribed for you by your doctor.

Alpha-lipoic acid is often sold as an herbal supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.

Alpha-lipoic acid may also be used for purposes not listed in this product guide.

Not all uses for alpha-lipoic acid have been approved by the FDA. Alpha-lipoic acid should not be substituted for medications prescribed for you by your doctor.

Alpha-lipoic acid is often sold as an herbal supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.

Talk with a doctor, pharmacist, herbalist, or other healthcare provider before using alpha-lipoic acid if you have kidney or liver disease, diabetes, low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), or a thyroid disorder.

Use alpha-lipoic acid as directed on the label, or as your healthcare provider has prescribed. Do not use this product in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.

Taking alpha-lipoic acid may lower your blood sugar. Tell your doctor, pharmacist, herbalist, or other healthcare provider if you have symptoms such as hunger, weakness, nausea, irritability, dizziness, headache, blurred vision, confusion, sweating, fast heart rate, or fainting.

Less serious side effects are more likely to occur, and you may have none at all.

Vitamins are compounds that you must have for growth and health. They are needed in small amounts only and are usually available in the foods that you eat. Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) (vitamin B 9) is necessary for strong blood.

Lack of Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) may lead to anemia (weak blood). Your health care professional may treat this by prescribing Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) for you.

Some conditions may increase your need for Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE). These include:

  • Alcoholism
  • Anemia, hemolytic
  • Diarrhea (continuing)
  • Fever (prolonged)
  • Hemodialysis
  • Illness (prolonged)
  • Intestinal diseases
  • Liver disease
  • Stress (continuing)
  • Surgical removal of stomach

In addition, infants smaller than normal, breast-fed infants, or those receiving unfortified formulas (such as evaporated milk or goat's milk) may need additional Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE).

Increased need for Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) should be determined by your health care professional.

Some studies have found that Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) taken by women before they become pregnant and during early pregnancy may reduce the chances of certain birth defects (neural tube defects).

Claims that Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) and other B vitamins are effective for preventing mental problems have not been proven. Many of these treatments involve large and expensive amounts of vitamins.

Injectable Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) is given by or under the direction of your health care professional. Another form of Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) is available without a prescription.

Methylcobalamin (Maxmala FORTE) is a form of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is important for the brain and nerves, and for the production of red blood cells.

Methylcobalamin (Maxmala FORTE) is used to treat vitamin B12 deficiency. Methylcobalamin (Maxmala FORTE) is sometimes used in people with pernicious anemia, diabetes, and other conditions.

Methylcobalamin (Maxmala FORTE) may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) is used with other medicines to help control partial seizures (convulsions) in the treatment of epilepsy. Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) will not cure epilepsy and will only work to control seizures for as long as you continue to take it.

Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) is also used for postherpetic neuralgia (pain that occurs after shingles) and pain caused by nerve damage from diabetes or a spinal cord injury. It is used to treat a condition called fibromyalgia (muscle pain and stiffness).

Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) works in the central nervous system (CNS) to control seizures and pain. It is an anticonvulsant and neuropathic pain agent.

Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Pyridoxine is Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE). Vitamins occur naturally in foods such as meat, poultry, nuts, whole grains, bananas, and avocados. Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) is important for many processes in the body.

Pyridoxine is used to treat or prevent Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) deficiency. It is also used to treat a certain type of anemia (lack of red blood cells). Pyridoxine injection is also used to treat some types of seizure in babies.

Pyridoxine taken by mouth (oral) is available without a prescription. Injectable pyridoxine must be given by a healthcare professional.

Pyridoxine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Name of the medicinal product

Maxmala FORTE

Qualitative and quantitative composition

A member of the vitamin B family that stimulates the hematopoietic system. It is present in the liver and kidney and is found in mushrooms, spinach, yeast, green leaves, and grasses (poaceae). Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) is used in the treatment and prevention of folate deficiencies and megaloblastic anemia. [PubChem]

Each ampoule also contains D-mannitol 50 mg as an additive. pH 5.3-7.3. Osmotic Pressure (to physiological saline): Approximately 1.

Mecobalamin is α-(5,6-dimethylbenzimidazolyl)-Co-methyl-cobamide.

Molecular Formula: C63H91CoN13O14P.

Molecular Weight: 1344.4.

Mecobalamin occurs as a dark red, odorless and almost tasteless crystal or crystalline powder. It is sparingly soluble in water, methanol and ethanol and practically insoluble in acetone, ether and chloroform. Mecobalamin is hygroscopic and decomposes upon exposure to light.

Each capsule contains the following inactive ingredients: Mannitol, maize starch and talc.

Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) is described chemically as (S)-3-(aminomethyl)-5-methylhexanoic acid. The molecular formula is C8H17NO2 and the molecular weight is 159.23.

Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) is a white to off-white, crystalline solid with a pKa1 of 4.2 and a pKa2 of 10.6. It is freely soluble in water and both basic and acidic aqueous solutions. The log of the partition coefficient (n-octanol/0.05 M phosphate buffer) at pH 7.4 is -1.35.

The 4-methanol form of vitamin B 6 which is converted to pyridoxal phosphate which is a coenzyme for synthesis of amino acids, neurotransmitters (serotonin, norepinephrine), sphingolipids, aminolevulinic acid. Although pyridoxine and Vitamin B 6 are still frequently used as synonyms, especially by medical researchers, this practice is erroneous and sometimes misleading (EE Snell; Ann NY Acad Sci, vol 585 pg 1, 1990).

Special warnings and precautions for use

Use Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

  • Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) may be administered as an injection by your health care professional.
  • If you are using Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) at home, carefully follow the injection procedures taught to you by your health care provider. If the medicine contains particles, is discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged in any way, do not use it.
  • Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Dispose of properly after use. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist to explain local regulations for selecting an appropriate container and properly disposing of the container when full.
  • If you miss a dose of Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE), use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE).

Use Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) solution as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

  • Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) solution comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) solution refilled.
  • Take Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) solution by mouth with or without food.
  • Use a measuring device marked for medicine dosing. Ask your pharmacist for help if you are unsure of how to measure your dose.
  • Taking Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) solution at the same time each day will help you remember to take it.
  • Take Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) solution on a regular schedule to get the most benefit from it.
  • If you miss a dose of Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) solution, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) solution.

Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Pyridoxine tablets are taken by mouth. Injectable pyridoxine is injected into a muscle or into a vein through an IV. You may be shown how to use injections at home. Do not self-inject this medicine if you do not understand how to give the injection and properly dispose of used needles, IV tubing, and other items used to inject the medicine.

The recommended dietary allowance of pyridoxine increases with age. Follow your healthcare provider's instructions. You may also consult the Office of Dietary Supplements of the National Institutes of Health, or the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Nutrient Database (formerly "Recommended Daily Allowances") listings for more information.

Pyridoxine is only part of a complete program of treatment that may also include a special diet. It is very important to follow the diet plan created for you by your doctor or nutrition counselor. You should become very familiar with the list of foods you should eat or avoid to help control your condition.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.

Alpha Lipoic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) (ALA) is used to enhance effects of primary antidiabetic therapy (adjuvant therapy) in patients with diabetes as it lowers blood glucose by binding to insulin (a hormone that controls blood sugar level in the body) receptor in the body which leads to increase glucose utilization. Also, due to its antioxidant activity, ALA is used to treat nerve damage due to uncontrolled blood sugar level that causes pain, tingling, or numbness over hands and feet (diabetic neuropathy). ALA is used as an antioxidant as an adjuvant treatment of HIV, cancer, liver ailments, and various other conditions.

There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.

Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) is the man-made form of folate. Folate is a B-vitamin naturally found in some foods. It is needed to form healthy cells, especially red blood cells.

Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) supplements may come in different forms (such as L-methylfolate, levomefolate, methyltetrahydrofolate). They are used to treat or prevent low folate levels. Low folate levels can lead to certain types of anemia. Conditions that can cause low folate levels include poor diet, pregnancy, alcoholism, liver disease, certain stomach/intestinal problems, kidney dialysis, among others. Women of childbearing age should receive adequate amounts of Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) either through their diet or supplements to prevent infant spinal cord birth defects.

How to use Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE)

Take this product by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. If you are taking the over-the-counter product, follow all directions on the product package. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Do not increase your dose or take this product more often than directed.

Take this product regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day. Follow the diet plan recommended by your doctor or dietician. See also Notes section.

If your condition persists or worsens, or if you think you may have a serious medical problem, get medical help right away.

There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.

Methylcobalamin (Maxmala FORTE) is an active form of vitamin B12, which is used to treat anemia as well as nerve damage with numbness, tingling, pain in various neurological disorders.

There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.Use: Labeled Indications

Fibromyalgia (immediate release only): Management of fibromyalgia

Neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (immediate release and extended release): Management of neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy

Neuropathic pain associated with spinal cord injury (immediate release only): Management of neuropathic pain associated with spinal cord injury

Postherpetic neuralgia (immediate release and extended release): Management of postherpetic neuralgia

Seizures, focal (partial) onset (immediate release only): Adjunctive therapy in patients ≥1 month of age with focal onset (partial-onset) seizures

Off Label UsesCough, chronic refractory

Data from a limited number of patients in a controlled trial suggest that Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) in combination with speech pathology therapy may be beneficial for the treatment of refractory chronic cough.

Based on the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) and American College of Endocrinology (ACE) position statement on menopause, the Endocrine Society guideline on the treatment of symptoms of menopause, and the North American Menopause Society (NAMS) position statement on nonhormonal management of menopause-associated vasomotor symptoms, Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) is an effective and recommended alternative for the management of vasomotor symptoms associated with menopause in patients with contraindications to hormonal therapy or who prefer not to use hormonal therapy.

There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.

It is used for the treatment and prevention of Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) deficiency. It is important for the breakdown of protein, fats, and carbohydrates from foods.

Dosage (Posology) and method of administration

Usual Adult Dose for Dietary Supplement

Alpha-lipoic acid 300 mg oral capsule:

1 capsule once or twice daily.

Alpha-lipoic acid 50 mg oral tablet:

1 tablet orally per day with a meal.

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Dialysis

Data not available

Usual Adult Dose for Megaloblastic Anemia

1 mg orally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously or IV once a day. May continue until clinical symptoms of folate deficiency and the hematological profile have normalized.

Usual Adult Dose for Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) Deficiency

400 to 800 mcg orally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously or IV once a day.

Women of childbearing age, pregnant, and lactating women: 800 mcg orally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously or IV once a day.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) Deficiency

Infant:

0.1 mg orally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously or IV once a day.

Child:

Less than 4 years: up to 0.3 mg orally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously or IV once a day.

4 years or older: 0.4 mg orally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously or IV once a day.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Vitamin/Mineral Supplementation

Recommended daily allowance (RDA):

Premature neonates: 50 mcg/day (15 mcg/kg/day).

Full-term neonates and infants 1 to 6 months: 25 to 35 mcg/day.

Children:

1 to 3 years: 150 mcg/day.

4 to 8 years: 200 mcg/day.

9 to 13 years: 300 mcg/day.

14 years and older: 400 mcg/day.

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Dose Adjustments

Rarely, a dosage of 2 mg/day may be required, particularly in patients with malabsorption, alcoholism, chronic hemolysis, chronic exfoliative skin disease or who are on concomitant anticonvulsant therapy.

Dialysis

Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) is removed by both hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. The amount removed varies with type equipment used.

Because folate may accumulate in patients with end-stage renal disease, side effects may be more likely in this patient who is undergoing dialysis. Once this patient's body stores of folate are replete, three times a week dosing may be just as beneficial as once daily dosing but should portend a lower risk of side effects.

Other Comments

The recommended daily allowance of Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) for adult males and females ranges from 150 to 200 and 150 to 180 mcg/day, respectively.

There is a potential danger in administering Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) to patients with undiagnosed anemia, since Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) may obscure the diagnosis of pernicious anemia by alleviating the hematologic manifestations of the disease while allowing the neurologic complications to progress.

Severe megaloblastic anemia may require therapy for 4 to 5 weeks. Once stabilized, if dietary intake is inadequate, maintenance therapy can be started.

Tablet: Adults: Usual Daily Dose: 3 tabs, equivalent to a total of 1500 mcg of mecobalamin, administered orally in 3 divided doses. The dose should be adjusted according to age of patient and severity of symptoms.

Injection: Peripheral Neuropathies: The usual adult dosage is 1 amp, equivalent to 500 mcg of mecobalamin administered IM or IV 3 times a week. The dosage should be adjusted according to age of patient and severity of symptoms.

Megaloblastic Anemia: The usual adult dosage is 1 amp, equivalent to 500 mcg of mecobalamin administered IM or IV 3 times a week. After approximately 2 months of medication, the dose should be reduced to a single administration of 1 amp at 1- to 3-month intervals for maintenance therapy.

The dose range is 150 to 600 mg per day given in either two or three divided doses.

Epilepsy: Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) treatment can be started with a dose of 150 mg per day given as two or three divided doses. Based on individual patient response and tolerability, the dose may be increased to 300 mg per day after 1 week. The maximum dose of 600 mg per day may be achieved after an additional week.

Generalised Anxiety Disorder: The dose range is 150 to 600 mg per day given as two or three divided doses. The need for treatment should be reassessed regularly.

Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) treatment can be started with a dose of 150 mg per day. Based on individual patient response and tolerability, the dose may be increased to 300 mg per day after 1 week. Following an additional week, the dose may be increased to 450 mg per day. The maximum dose of 600 mg per day may be achieved after an additional week.

Discontinuation of Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE): In accordance with current clinical practice, if Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) has to be discontinued, it is recommended this should be done gradually over a minimum of 1 week independent of the indication.

Patients with Renal Impairment: Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) is eliminated from the systemic circulation primarily by renal excretion as unchanged drug. As Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) clearance is directly proportional to creatinine clearance, dose reduction in patients with compromised renal function must be individualised according to creatinine clearance (CrCl), as indicated in Table 1 determined using the following formula.

Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) is removed effectively from plasma by haemodialysis (50% of drug in 4 hours). For patients receiving haemodialysis, the Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) daily dose should be adjusted based on renal function. In addition to the daily dose, a supplementary dose should be given immediately following every 4-hour haemodialysis treatment.

Patients with Hepatic Impairment: No dose adjustment is required for patients with hepatic impairment.

Children: The safety and efficacy of Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) Sandoz in children below the age of 12 years and in adolescents (12-17 years of age) have not been established. No data are available.

Elderly (over 65 years of age): Elderly patients may require a dose reduction of Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) due to a decreased renal function.

Administration: Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) Sandoz may be taken with or without food.

Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) Sandoz is for oral use only.

Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction

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Medications that interfere with your bodys ability to use folate may also increase the need for this vitamin. Medications can interfere with folate utilization, including: anticonvulsant medications (such as phenytoin, and primidone) metformin (sometimes prescribed to control blood sugar in type 2 diabetes) sulfasalazine (used to control inflammation associated with Crohns disease and ulcerative colitis) triamterene (a diuretic) Methotrexate There has been concern about the interaction between vitamin B12 and Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE). Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) supplements can correct the anemia associated with vitamin B12 deficiency. Unfortunately, Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) will not correct changes in the nervous system that result from vitamin B12 deficiency. Permanent nerve damage could theoretically occur if vitamin B12 deficiency is not treated. Therefore, intake of supplemental Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) should not exceed 1000 micrograms (g, sometimes mcg) per day to prevent Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) from masking symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency. It is important for older adults to be aware of the relationship between Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE) and vitamin B12 because they are at greater risk of having a vitamin B12 deficiency. If you are 50 years of age or older, ask your physician to check your B12 status before you take a supplement that contains Folic Acid (Maxmala FORTE).

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Since Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) is predominantly excreted unchanged in the urine, undergoes negligible metabolism in humans (less than 2% of a dose recovered in urine as metabolites), and does not bind to plasma proteins, its pharmacokinetics are unlikely to be affected by other agents through metabolic interactions or protein binding displacement. In vitro and in vivo studies showed that Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) is unlikely to be involved in significant pharmacokinetic drug interactions. Specifically, there are no pharmacokinetic interactions between Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) and the following antiepileptic drugs: carbamazepine, valproic acid, lamotrigine, phenytoin, phenobarbital, and topiramate. Important pharmacokinetic interactions would also not be expected to occur between Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) and commonly used antiepileptic drugs.

Pharmacodynamics

Multiple oral doses of Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) were co-administered with oxycodone, lorazepam, or ethanol. Although no pharmacokinetic interactions were seen, additive effects on cognitive and gross motor functioning were seen when Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) was co-administered with these drugs. No clinically important effects on respiration were seen.

Drug Abuse And DependenceControlled Substance

Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) is a Schedule V controlled substance.

Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) is not known to be active at receptor sites associated with drugs of abuse. As with any CNS active drug, carefully evaluate patients for history of drug abuse and observe them for signs of Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) misuse or abuse (e.g., development of tolerance, dose escalation, drug-seeking behavior).

Abuse

In a study of recreational users (N=15) of sedative/hypnotic drugs, including alcohol, Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE) (450 mg, single dose) received subjective ratings of “good drug effect,” “high” and “liking” to a degree that was similar to diazepam (30 mg, single dose). In controlled clinical studies in over 5500 patients, 4 % of Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE)-treated patients and 1 % of placebo-treated patients overall reported euphoria as an adverse reaction, though in some patient populations studied, this reporting rate was higher and ranged from 1 to 12%.

Dependence

In clinical studies, following abrupt or rapid discontinuation of Pregabalin (Maxmala FORTE), some patients reported symptoms including insomnia, nausea, headache or diarrhea, consistent with physical dependence. In the postmarketing experience, in addition to these reported symptoms there have also been reported cases of anxiety and hyperhidrosis.

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Interactions for Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) (Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE))

Amiodarone: Concomitant use of Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) and amiodarone may enhance amiodarone-induced photosensitivity reactions. Doses of Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) greater than 5-10 milligrams/day should be avoided by those taking amiodarone Carbamazepine: Chronic use of carbamazepine may result in a significant decrease in plasma pyridoxal 5-phosphate levels Cycloserine: Cycloserine may react with pyridoxal 5-phosphate to form a metabolically inactive oxime, which may result in a functional Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) deficiency Ethionamide: The use of ethionamide may increase Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) requirements Fosphenytoin: High doses of Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) may lower plasma levels of phenytoin. Fosphenytoin is a prodrug of phenytoin Hydralazine: The use of hydralazine may increase Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) requirements Isoniazid: (isonicotinic acid, INH). Isoniazid reacts with pyridoxal 5-phosphate to form a metabolically inactive hydrazone, which may result in functional Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) deficiency Levodopa: Concomitant use of levodopa and Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) in doses of 5 milligrams or more daily may reverse the therapeutic effects of levodopa. Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) does not reverse the therapeutic effects of levodopa if levodopa is taken concurrently with the levodopa decarboxylase inhibitor carbidopa. Levodopa is typically administered as a combination product with carbidopa

Oral contraceptives: The use of oral contraceptives may increase Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) requirements. This was more the case with the older oral contraceptive agents with high-dose estrogen/progestin. It appears to be less the case with the newer low-dose estrogen/progestin products Penicillamine: Penicillamine may react with pyridoxal 5-phosphate to form a metabolically inactive thiazolidine, which may result in a functional Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) deficiency Phenelzine: Phenelzine may react with pyridoxal 5-phosphate to yield a metabolically inactive hydrazone compound Phenobarbital: High doses of Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) may lower plasma levels of phenobarbital Phenytoin: High doses of Vitamin B6 (Maxmala FORTE) may lower plasma levels of phenytoin Theophylline: Theophylline may react with pyridoxal 5-phosphate leading to low plasma levels of the coenzyme. This may increase the risk of theophylline-induced seizures Valproic acid: Chronic use of valproic acid may result in a significant decrease in plasma pyridoxal 5-phosphate levels.