Side Effects:

Common Sleepiness, Dizziness, Uncoordinated body movement, Fatigue.

Common Headache, Stomach pain, Constipation, Feeling sick, Muscle pain, Weakness, Dizziness, Increased glucose level in blood.

Expert advice for Pregabalin
Pregabalin should be taken at the same time every day to maintain consistent levels in your body. Do not stop using Pregabalin without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better. It causes sleepiness or drowsiness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Pregabalin, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you experience any eye sight change while taking Pregabalin. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with any heart problems (high blood pressure, heart attack, heart failure, slow or irregular heart rate). Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. Notify your doctor if you have rapid swelling of the lips, tongue, and throat that may affect breathing.

Expert advice for Genlip Tablet
Genlip lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL). It helps prevent heart attack and stroke. Regular exercise and low-fat diet further help to lower levels of fat in the blood. Genlip prevents one death in every 50 patients with heart disease treated over 4 to 5 years. In general, Genlip is safe. It may cause digestive problems like diarrhoea, gas. If any of these happen to you, take it with food. It is better to take in the evening. Notify your doctor if you are more tired than usual, do not feel hungry, or if you have yellow eyes, skin or dark urine. Notify your doctor if you experience muscle symptoms (pain or weakness), particularly if you have fever, a sick feeling or dark urine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Pregabalin a metabolite of gabapentin?
No. Pregabalin a not a metabolite of gabapentin. There is a structural similarity between the two drugs and they are GABA analogue.

Q. Can Pregabalin cause sedation?
Yes, use of Pregabalin can cause sedation or sleepiness.

Q. Is Pregabalin a beta blocker?
No. Pregabalin is not a beta blocker. Pregabalin is a medicine which is used for conditions like neuropathic pain, anxiety, epilepsy, and fibromyalgia.

Q. Is Pregabalin a mood stabiliser?
No. Pregabalin is not a mood stabiliser. Pregabalin is a medicine which is used for conditions like neuropathic pain, anxiety, epilepsy, and fibromyalgia.

Q. Is Pregabalin a muscle relaxant?
No. Pregabalin is not a muscle relaxant. Pregabalin is a medicine which is used for conditions like neuropathic pain, anxiety, epilepsy, and fibromyalgia.

Q. Is Pregabalin a benzodiazepine?
No. Pregabalin is not a benzodiazepine. Pregabalin is a medicine which is used for conditions like neuropathic pain, anxiety, epilepsy, and fibromyalgia.

Q. Is Pregabalin a painkiller?
No. Pregabalin is not a pain killer. Pregabalin is used in the treatment of neuropathic pain, epilepsy and anxiety disorder.

Q. Is Pregabalin a steroid?
No. Pregabalin is not a steriod. Pregabalin is a medicine which is used for conditions like neuropathic pain, anxiety, epilepsy, and fibromyalgia.

Q. Is Pregabalin a narcotic?
No. Pregabalin is not a narcotic drug. Narcotics are drugs with sleep inducing properties, usual derivatives of Opium like Heroin and Morphine. Pregabalin is a medicine which is used for conditions like neuropathic pain, anxiety, epilepsy, and fibromyalgia.

Q. Is it safe to take Pregabalin with duloxetine?
If Pregabalin and duloxetine taken together, there is an increased risk of side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty in concentrating and motor co-ordination. Consult with your doctor if you have already taken one of the medications.

Q. What is the interaction of Pregabalin with anticoagulants?
There is no known interaction between the two drugs but consult your doctor and inform if you are taking any of the medication.

Q. Is Pregabalin safe?
Pregabalin is a prescription drug and is safe to use if taken in the dose, frequency, and duration as per the doctor's advice.

Q. Are Pregabalin and gabapentin the same?
Pregabalin and gabapentin are two different medicines. However, they work in a similar way and both are used for conditions like neuropathic pain and epilepsy. Pregabalin is also used for treating anxiety. Please consult your doctor before using any of the medicine.

Q. Is Pregabalin a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)?
No, Pregabalin is not a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). IIt is a medicine which decreases pain and seizures or fits by binding to specific calcium channels and increasing the action of GABA, a chemical messenger in the nerve cells and is used for conditions like neuropathic pain, anxiety, epilepsy, and fibromyalgia.

Q. Can I take Pregabalin with methadone?
Methadone is opioid in nature and It may reduce the lower gastrointestinal tract function (e.g., intestinal obstruction, paralytic ileus, constipation) especially when given with Pregabalin. So, when Pregabalin and opioids are used together, measures to prevent constipation may be considered (especially in female patients and elderly).

Q. Is Pregabalin a controlled substance?
No, Pregabalin is not a controlled substance. However, it is a prescription drug which should only be taken as per the doctor's advice.

Q. How long can I take Pregabalin for?
Pregabalin is a prescription drug and it should only be taken for the duration as advised by the doctor.

Q. Can I take Pregabalin with gabapentin?
Pregabalin and gabapentin both act via similar mechanism and are used for treating similar conditions. They may also enhance each other's depressant action, so, taking both together is not recommended as you may feel more sleepy and need to take more precautions while driving or using machines. Please consult your doctor before taking both the medicines together.

Q. Can I take Pregabalin with sertraline?
Pregabalin may increase the depressant action of sertraline. Taking them together can make you feel more sleepy, so, you should be careful while driving or if you are working with a machine. Consult your doctor before taking these drugs together.

Q. Can I take Pregabalin with naproxen?
Pregabalin and naproxen are not known to have any clinically relevant interaction. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor before taking both them together.

Q. Can I take Pregabalin with tramadol?
The central nervous system depressant effect of tramadol may increase when it is taken with Pregabalin and you can feel more sleepy, so, you should be careful while driving or if you are working with a machine. Consult your doctor before taking both the medications together.

Q. Can I take Pregabalin with alprazolam?
Pregabalin can be taken with alprazolam as no interactions have been clinically observed. However, as both the medicines have the tendency to cause sleepiness, so caution may be needed in case both the medicines are used together as it may affect your ability to drive or work on a machine. Please consult your doctor before taking them together.

Q. Can I take Pregabalin with amitriptyline?
Pregabalin is known to increase the depressant action of amitriptyline. Taking the two medicines together can make you feel more sleepy, so, you should be careful while driving or if you are working with a machine. Consult your doctor before taking the medications together.

Q. Can I take Pregabalin with ibuprofen?
Pregabalin is not known to have any interaction with ibuprofen and they can be taken together. However, consult your doctor before taking these medications together.

Q. Can I take Pregabalin with diazepam?
Pregabalin may enhance the depressant effects of diazepam when used together. Taking them together can make you feel more sleepy, so, you should be careful while driving or if you are working with a machine. Consult your doctor before taking these medicines together.

Q. Can I take Pregabalin with paracetamol?
Pregabalin is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with paracetamol. They can be safely taken together. However, consult your doctor before taking these drugs together as interactions may occur.

Q. Does Pregabalin cause swelling?
Pregabalin is known to produce edema (swelling) by fluid (water) retention. Kindly consult your doctor if you develop swelling while taking Pregabalin.

Q. Does Pregabalin cause drowsiness (somnolence)?
One of the common side effects of Pregabalin use is drowsiness (somnolence). Consult your doctor if you experience any such symptom while taking Pregabalin especially if you are taking any other medicine which can make you sleepy.

Q. Does Pregabalin cause weight gain?
Weight gain can occur as a common side effect with Pregabalin use. It can be a result of increased appetite (feeling hungry) and fluid (water) retention. Consult your doctor if there is any change in your weight during therapy.

Q. Does Pregabalin cause hair loss?
Clinical studies have shown that Pregabalin can cause hair loss (alopecia) in some patients. It has also been associated with hirsutism (excessive hair growth). Consult your doctor if you notice any difference in your hair growth while taking Pregabalin.

Q. Does Pregabalin make you tired?
Pregabalin is known to cause tiredness (fatigue). Consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking Pregabalin.

Q. Does Pregabalin cause water retention?
Pregabalin has been associated with fluid (water) retention and edema (swelling). Consult your doctor if you notice swelling of your body while taking Pregabalin therapy.

Q. Does Pregabalin make you hungry?
Pregabalin is known to increase appetite (make you feel hungry). Consult your doctor if there is a significant change in your appetite while taking Pregabalin.

Q. Does Pregabalin cause diarrhea?
Pregabalin use can cause diarrhea as a side effect. Consult your doctor if you have diarrhea while taking Pregabalin.

Q. Does Pregabalin help with sleep?
Pregabalin is not indicated for the treatment of any sleep problems. Rather, Pregabalin can cause somnolence (increased desire to sleep). Consult your doctor for the treatment of any sleep related problems.

Q. What should I know about high cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a type of fat present in your blood. Your total cholesterol is made up of LDL and HDL cholesterol. LDL cholesterol is called “bad” cholesterol as it can build up in the wall of your blood vessels and slow or obstruct blood flow to your heart, brain, and other organs. This can cause heart diseases and stroke. HDL cholesterol is called “good” cholesterol as it prevents the bad cholesterol from building up in the blood vessels. Triglycerides also are harmful fats found in your blood.

Q. Is Genlip used for lowering cholesterol?
Genlip belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which are lipid (fat) lowering medicines. It is used to lower lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when a low-fat diet and lifestyle changes on their own have failed. If you are at an increased risk of heart disease, Genlip can also be used to reduce such risk even if your cholesterol levels are normal. You should maintain a standard cholesterol-lowering diet during treatment.

Q. Is Genlip diuretic?
Genlip is not a diuretic. It is a lipid lowering agent which belongs to a group of medicines known as statins.

Q. Is Genlip better than simvastatin and pravastatin?
Genlip, simvastatin, and pravastatin belong to the same category of medications with similar action and similar side effects, but their effect may vary upon individual response. Always consult your doctor regarding its use.

Q. Can the use of Genlip cause diabetes?
Diabetes has not been reported as a side effect of Genlip. However, it may increase your blood sugar levels. So, it is very important that you monitor your blood sugar levels regularly if you are taking Genlip. Also, share with your doctor if you have diabetes mellitus and you are advised to take Genlip as your doctor will monitor you while you are taking this medicine.

Q. Can Genlip lower the level of triglycerides?
Genlip belongs to a group of medicines known as statins, which are lipid (fat) lowering medicines. Genlip is used to lower lipids known as cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood when a low-fat diet and lifestyle changes on their own have failed.

Q. Does Genlip cause weight loss?
Genlip has not been reported to cause weight loss. However, weight gain has been reported as an uncommon side effect. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight loss while you are taking Genlip.

Q. Does Genlip cause erectile dysfunction?
Genlip can cause erectile dysfunction although this side effect is not very clear. Please consult your doctor if you experience erectile dysfunction while you are taking Genlip.

Q. Does Genlip cause diarrhea?
Diarrhea is a common side effect of Genlip. Please consult your doctor if you experience diarrhea after taking Genlip as the dose of your medicine may need to be changed.

Q. Does Genlip cause memory loss?
Loss of memory is an uncommon side effect of Genlip, which may affect up to 1 in 100 people. Please consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms of memory loss after taking Genlip.

Q. Does Genlip cause frequent urination?
Genlip has not been reported to cause frequent urination. Please consult your doctor if you experience increased urinary frequency after taking Genlip.

Q. Does Genlip cause high blood pressure?
Genlip has not been reported to cause high blood pressure. Please consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms of high blood pressure while taking Genlip.

Q. Is Genlip a blood thinner?
Genlip is not a blood thinner. Genlip is a lipid lowering agent which belongs to a group of medicines known as statins.

Q. Is Genlip safe to take?
Genlip is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. Is Genlip a beta blocker?
Genlip is not a beta blocker. Genlip is a lipid lowering agent which belongs to a group of medicines known as statins.

Q. Is Genlip a controlled substance?
Genlip is not a controlled substance under the Controlled Substance Act (CSA). Controlled substances are drugs that are strictly regulated to reduce the risk of abuse and illegal distribution. To determine the level of restriction placed on a particular controlled substance, five different categories (or "Schedules") are used. A controlled substance will belong to Schedule I, II, III, IV, or V, with Schedule V being the least restricted.

Q. Is Genlip an Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitor?
Genlip is not an Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. Genlip is a lipid lowering agent which belongs to a group of medicines known as statins.

Q. Can I take Genlip with metformin?
Genlip can be taken with metformin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Genlip with ibuprofen?
Genlip can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Genlip with milk?
No information is available for the use of Genlip with milk. However, it can be taken any time of the day, with or without food. Please consult your doctor.

Q. Can I take Genlip with fenofibrate?
Both fenofibrate and Genlip have similar effects and they may increase the effects of each other. Fenofibrate may also increase side effects like risk for rhabdomyolysis (condition in which damaged skeletal muscle breaks down rapidly). Monitoring is required when these two drugs are taken together. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Genlip with levothyroxine?
Genlip can be taken with levothyroxine. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Genlip with amlodipine?
Genlip can be taken with amlodipine. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Genlip with erythromycin?
Erythromycin can increase the level or effect of Genlip by decreasing its breakdown which may lead to increased side effects like muscle weakness (myopathy). So, close monitoring is required when these two drugs are taken together. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Genlip with metronidazole?
Metronidazole can increase the level or effect of Genlip by decreasing its breakdown which may lead to increased side effects like muscle weakness (myopathy) with Genlip. So, close monitoring is required when these two drugs are taken together. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Genlip with clarithromycin?
Clarithromycin can increase the level or effect of Genlip by decreasing its breakdown which may lead to increased side effects like muscle weakness (myopathy) with Genlip. So, close monitoring is required when these two drugs are taken together. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Does Genlip cause gas?
Flatulence (gas or wind) is one of the common side effects associated with the use of Genlip. If you have any such symptom while taking the drug, consult your doctor.

Q. Does Genlip lower blood pressure?
Genlip is a lipid-lowering drug used in the treatment of increased cholesterol levels and for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases. However, a meta-analysis of different clinical trial shows that Genlip has a small blood pressure lowering effect.

Q. Does Genlip affect the liver?
Genlip is associated rarely with hepatobiliary disorders. Its use is also linked with abnormal liver function test and hence a periodic test of the liver functions is recommended.

Q. Does Genlip cause itching?
Genlip use has been associated with urticaria (itching) and skin rash. If you experience any such symptom while using the drug, consult your doctor.

Q. Does Genlip thin blood?
Genlip is not a blood-thinner. It is a lipid-lowering agent and acts by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase enzyme.

Q. What is Genlip?
Genlip is a lipid-lowering drug which belongs to group of medications called statins (lipid-lowering agents) or HMG CoA reductase inhibitors. It acts by blocking the enzyme HMG CoA reductase and formation of cholesterol, thus, lowering the blood lipid levels.