Product Description

Introduction

Nervalin CR 165 is a medicine used to relieve pain caused by nerve damage (neuropathic pain) due to conditions such as diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster infection), spinal cord injury, or other disorders. It is also used to treat widespread muscle pain and stiffness in people with fibromyalgia. Nervalin CR 165 belongs to the anti-epileptic group of medicines and may be used along with other medicines to treat certain types of seizures (fits). It may also be prescribed for generalized anxiety disorder when other medicines are not suitable.

You can take Nervalin CR 165 with or without food, but it is important to take it at the same time each day for maximum benefit. The exact dose and duration depend on your condition and how you respond to treatment. Your doctor will usually start with a low dose and increase it gradually. It may take a few weeks for the medicine to show full effect. Follow your doctor’s instructions and continue taking it regularly until advised otherwise. Do not miss doses, as this may worsen your condition.

Common side effects include sleepiness, dizziness, dry mouth, blurred vision, weight gain, swelling (edema), and difficulty concentrating. These are usually mild and go away on their own. Consult your doctor if they persist or become bothersome.

Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning pregnancy. Be cautious while driving or performing tasks that require attention, as this medicine may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision. Avoid alcohol, as it can increase these effects.

Uses of Nervalin CR 165

Neuropathic pain

Epilepsy/Seizures

Fibromyalgia

Side effects of Nervalin CR 165

Common

Blurred vision

Difficulty in paying attention

Dizziness

Dryness in mouth

Edema (swelling)

Sleepiness

Weight gain

How to use Nervalin CR 165

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. Nervalin CR 165 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Nervalin CR 165 works

Nervalin CR 165 is an antiepileptic medicine. For epilepsy, it works by reducing abnormal electrical activity in the brain and preventing seizures. For nerve pain, it blocks pain signals traveling between damaged nerves and the brain. For anxiety, it works by reducing the release of certain chemical messengers that cause anxious feelings.

What if you forget to take Nervalin CR 165?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.