Pregablin

Were you looking for information about Pregabalin? Pregablin is a common misspelling of pregabalin.
 
Pregabalin (Lyrica®) is a prescription drug used to treat nerve pain, fibromyalgia, and epilepsy. When used for epilepsy, it is approved to be used along with other seizure medications to treat partial seizures. While it is not known exactly how it works to treat these conditions, it is known that the drug binds to certain parts of calcium channels in the central nervous system.
 
The drug comes in capsule form and is taken by mouth, usually two or three times a day. Although most people do not have problems while taking this drug, side effects are possible. Some common side effects of pregabalin include weight gain, dizziness, and drowsiness.
 
(To learn more, click Pregabalin. This article offers an in-depth look at this drug, including information on dosing guidelines, available strengths of the medication, and what to discuss with your healthcare provider prior to taking it. You can also click the links in the box to the right for more specific topics on pregabalin.)
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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