Menthol
MENTHOL
Overview:
Menthol is a natural ingredient from mint that gives a cool, refreshing sensation.It’s found in ointments, lozenges, and inhalers to relieve sore throats, open up congested noses, reduce coughing, or soothe minor skin irritation. Its cooling effect helps you feel comfortable, relieved, and more at ease in everyday situations.
Classification: Symptomatic relief agent
Uses:
Menthol is used to provide quick relief from common discomforts. It can soothe a sore throat, calm a cough, ease nasal congestion, and reduce minor skin irritation.Its refreshing, cooling action makes you feel more comfortable and helps reduce the impact of everyday symptoms.
How it works:
Menthol functions to cause the nerve endings on the surface of the skin and mucous membranes to become numb, and thus observe a degree of cooling. This cooling effect fools the brain into thinking it is getting relief from discomfort, opens nasal passages, soothes an irritated throat and minor aches or itching, making you feel more comfortable and refreshed.
Dosage:
As prescribed by your doctor.
Side Effects:
Mild skin irritation or redness
Burning or stinging sensation
Allergic reactions like rash, itching, or swelling (rare)
Mild throat or mouth irritation
Precautions:
While using menthol, make sure to use it as instructed on the product and do not apply it on broken or sensitive skin. When you have been allergic previously, test in a small area to ensure there are no reactions. Do not use large quantities in use internally, such as in lozenges, or cough syrups, and store it away from the reach of children. If you experience difficulty breathing, rash or swelling, stop and get medical attention.
Disclaimer:This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage.
Pregabalin
PREGABALIN
Overview:
Pregabalin is a medicine used to relieve nerve-related pain, prevent seizures, and manage anxiety. It works by calming overactive nerves in the brain and spinal cord, which helps reduce pain, tingling, or abnormal nerve signals. People use it to treat nerve pain from diabetes, lingering pain after shingles, fibromyalgia, or epilepsy.
Classification: Anticonvulsant
Uses:
Pregabalin is mainly used to relieve nerve-related pain, control seizures, and manage anxiety. It can help with nerve pain caused by diabetes, post-shingles pain, fibromyalgia, or other nerve disorders, making daily life more comfortable. It’s also used as part of epilepsy treatment to help prevent seizures.
How it works:
Pregabalin can relieve nerve pain by calming those nerves that are overactive in the brain and the spinal cord. It attaches to specific calcium channels on nerve cells thereby lowering transmission of chemical substances that carry the pain signal or induce a seizure. In this manner, Pregabalin decreases nerve pain, tingling of the nerve, and abnormal nerve activity making people more comfortable and in control of their symptoms.
Dosage: As prescribed by your doctor.
Side Effects:
- Drowsiness or sleepiness
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Weight gain or mild swelling (edema)
- Dry mouth
- Blurred vision
Precautions:
Before taking Pregabalin, it’s important to tell your doctor if you have any kidney problems, heart issues, or a history of mood disorders. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how the medicine affects you, because it can cause drowsiness or dizziness. Take it exactly as prescribed and do not stop suddenly, as this can trigger seizures. Also tell your doctor about any other medicines or supplements you use to prevent interactions.
Disclaimer:This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage.
