Pregabalin is structural analogue of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) - an inhibitory neurotransmitter. It can be beneficial in neuropathic pain, postherpetic neuralgia, and fibromyalgia among other conditions. Methylcobalamin or Mecobalamin is a type of vitamin B12, has been used to treat some nutritional diseases and other diseases in clinic. Mecobalamin shows neuronal protection by curing the injured nerves and antagonizing glutamate-induced neurotoxicity.
Neuropathic Pain
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathic Pain (DPN)
Effectively supports brain and nerve function
Treatment of fibromyalgia
Pregabalin is similar in structure with gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), it does not bind to GABA receptors. Pregabalin works by binding to the alpha2-delta subunit present presynaptically which are voltage-gated calcium channels in the central nervous system. Alpha2-delta is present on presynaptic nerve which is the subunit of voltage-gated calcium channels in the central nervous system, pregabalin modulates the release of several excitatory neurotransmitters including glutamate, substance-P, norepinephrine, and calcitonin gene related peptide. Pregabalin has no effect on dopamine receptors, serotonin receptors, opiate receptors, sodium channels or cyclooxygenase activity.
Pregabalin:
Absorption:
Pregabalin is rapidly absorbed from GIT
Bioavailability is about 90%
Volume of Distribution:
Volume of Distribution is approximately 0.56 L/kg
It is not bound to plasma proteins
Metabolism:
Negligible amount is metabolised
Excretion:
Excreted unchanged mainly from urine
Methylcobalamin:
Absorption:
Peak plasma concentrations after 3 hours
Excretion:
Majorly excreted in urine
Dizziness
Drowsiness
Dry mouth
Constipation
Pregabalin | 75 mg |
Mecobalamin | 750 mcg |