Preparation
Nugesic Tablet: Each tablet contains Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1) BP 100 mg, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6) BP 200 mg, Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) BP 200 mcg.
Indication
Nugesic is indicated for the treatment of following diseases:
Neuropathy, Neuritis, Neuralgia, Cervical Syndrome, Shoulder Arm Syndrome, Lumbago, Sciatica, Myalgia, Intercostal Neuralgia, Trigeminal Neuralgia and Arthritis. It is also indicated where a deficiency of the relevant vitamins exists.
Contraindication
Nugesic should not be used in patients on Levodopa therapy or hypersensitivity to any of the active ingredients.
Dosage & Administration
Nugesic tablet may be administered in a dose of 1 to 3 tablets daily or as directed by the physician.
Side Effect
Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12 is generally well tolerated. In rare cases few allergic responses may be seen.
Precaution
Cyanocobalamin should not be given before a diagnosis has been fully established because of the possibility of masking symptoms of subacute degeneration of the spinal cord. Cyanocobalamin is not a suitable form of Vitamin B12 for the treatment of optic neuropathies associated with raised plasma concentrations of Cyanocobalamin.
Drug Interaction
No drug interactions have yet been reported.
Use Children
Not suitable due to the high content of Vitamin B complex.
Use Pregnancy Lactation
Sufficient data yet not available in this respect.
Packaging
Nugesic ® Tablet: Each pack contains 3X10 tablets in Alu-PVDC blister pack.
Storage
Store at 25 °C in a cool and dry place, protected from light & moisture. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
