Pregabalin, a drug made by Pfizer, Inc., is used to treat nerve pain, epilepsy, and fibromyalgia. While it is not known exactly how the drug works to treat these conditions, it is known that pregabalin binds to certain parts of calcium channels in the central nervous system. The drug is taken by mouth, usually two or three times a day. Some possible side effects of pregabalin include dizziness, coordination problems, and weight gain.
Pregabalin (
Lyrica®) is a prescription medication used to treat the following conditions:
Pregabalin is made by Pfizer, Inc.
How Does Pregabalin Work?
It is not known exactly how pregabalin works to prevent partial seizures in people with epilepsy. Additionally, it is not known exactly how pregabalin works for nerve pain or fibromyalgia. It is known that pregabalin binds to certain parts of calcium channels in the central nervous system, and this may be how pregabalin works for seizures, nerve pain, and
anxiety. Although pregabalin is not approved for
anxiety treatment, it has anti-anxiety properties and may be an effective anxiety medication.
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