Pregabalin (Lyrica) Drug Information

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Pregabalin is a drug that is licensed to treat epilepsy, nerve pain, and fibromyalgia. This page on the eMedTV site offers an overview of this drug, including in-depth information on its effects, possible side effects, dosing guidelines, and more.

A few common pregabalin side effects include dizziness, a dry mouth, and coordination problems. This eMedTV selection provides a detailed list of side effects that can occur while taking this medication, including statistics on how often they occur.

Pregabalin is used for the treatment of epilepsy, diabetic peripheral neuropathy, and other conditions. This eMedTV segment discusses these and other pregabalin uses, including "off-label" uses of the drug (such as treating anxiety).

People using pregabalin to treat fibromyalgia are generally recommended to take 75 mg twice daily. This eMedTV selection also covers pregabalin dosing for the treatment of diabetic peripheral neuropathy, epileptic seizures, and postherpetic neuralgia.

Alcohol, sleep drugs, and barbiturates are among the drugs that can potentially interact with pregabalin. This eMedTV Web page describes how drug interactions with pregabalin can increase your risk of certain side effects (such as confusion).

People who have kidney disease may require a lower pregabalin dosage. This part of the eMedTV Web site discusses several precautions and warnings with pregabalin, including what to discuss with your doctor before starting the medication.