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Epalrica-MP Tablet

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Product introduction

Epalrica-MP Tablet is used in the treatment of diabetic nerve disease. It reduces pain and protects the nerve fibers from damage. This medicine also promotes regeneration of nerve cells. It is used along with other blood sugar lowering medications in order to prevent further nerve injury.

Epalrica-MP Tablet may be taken with or without food, but you should try to take it at the same time every day. The dose will be decided by your doctor. Do not stop taking it without asking your doctor. If you do, your blood sugar levels may increase and put you at risk of serious complications like kidney damage and blindness. This medicine is only part of a treatment program that should include a healthy diet, regular exercise, and weight reduction as advised by your doctor.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, drowsiness, dizziness, uncoordinated body movements, and increased liver enzymes. However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.

Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems or a urinary tract infection or if you are on water pills (diuretics). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking it as this may increase the risk of developing some side effects. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while taking this medicine.

Uses of Epalrica-MP Tablet

Benefits of Epalrica-MP Tablet

In Diabetic nerve pain

Epalrica-MP Tablet is a combination of medicines used to treat long-lasting (chronic) pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes. It reduces pain and its associated symptoms such as mood changes, sleep problems, and tiredness. Pregabalin, an active ingredient of this medicine, is thought to work by interfering with pain signals that travel through the damaged nerves and the brain. It also improves nerve conduction. Taking Epalrica-MP Tablet regularly will improve your physical and social functioning and overall quality of life.

Side effects of Epalrica-MP 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 Epalrica-MP

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Tiredness
  • Uncoordinated body movements
  • Increased liver enzymes

How to use Epalrica-MP 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. Epalrica-MP Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Epalrica-MP Tablet works

Epalrica-MP Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Epalrestat, Methylcobalamin and Pregabalin which treat diabetic nerve disease. Epalrestat an aldose reductase inhibitor. It blocks the accumulation of sorbitol in cells, which causes diabetic nerve disease. Methylcobalamin is a form of vitamin B which help 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 pain by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Epalrica-MP Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Epalrica-MP 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
Information regarding the use of Epalrica-MP Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Epalrica-MP Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Epalrica-MP Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Epalrica-MP Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Epalrica-MP Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Epalrica-MP Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Take it only as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. 
  • Adherence to antidiabetic therapy can delay the onset of or prevent diabetic nerve disease.
  • Inform your doctor if you have:
    • Cut or sore on your feet that is infectious or not healing
    • Burning or tingling sensation in arm or feet that hamper your routine activities
    • Trouble in digestion, urination, or sexual functioning
    • Dizziness
  • To prevent diabetic nerve pain, wear proper footwear and examine your feet every day to detect lesions early.
  • Monitor your blood sugar level regularly.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

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No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI DIABETIC

Patient concerns

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i m diabtic since 2014 mp sug
Dr. Sanjay Bhatt
Physician
Hi you need to consult doctor nearby by.Or u can visit our clinic at sector 52 gurgaon in RDCITY snergy clinic. Diabetic pt should be in regular contact with the diabetologist or treating doctor. Do all regular tests and follow diet and exercise. Disease can be well controlled. A person can avoid diabetic complications.
The patient has high fever (102) since last two days with bone pain. He is taking paracetamol 3- 4 times a day. Please advise.
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
give him Calpol 650mg thrice daily ( every 8 hour), and also do some testCBC, ESR, Dengue profile, Chikenguniya Igm , WIDAL, PBF for MPPBF for MP or MP card test
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References

  1. Sharma SR, Sharma N. Epalrestat, an aldose reductase inhibitor, in diabetic neuropathy: An Indian perspective. Ann Indian Acad Neurol. 2008;11(4):231-35. [Accecssed 08 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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