# Pregabalin (Lyrica)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/pregabalin
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Pregabalin?

Pregabalin (brand name: Lyrica) is an anticonvulsant (also used for nerve pain). It is prescribed to treat spinal cord injuries, fibromyalgia, neuralgia. Across the United States, 136,000 doctors prescribe Pregabalin to approximately 1.0 million Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Lyrica

## Indications

Pregabalin is prescribed for several conditions including spinal cord injuries, fibromyalgia, neuralgia, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Spinal Cord Injuries](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/spinal-cord-injuries)
- [Fibromyalgia](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/fibromyalgia)
- [Neuralgia](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/neuralgia)
- [Postherpetic](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/postherpetic)
- [Seizures](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/seizures)

## Mechanism of action

decreasing the number of pain signals that are sent out by damaged nerves in the body

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Anticonvulsant (also used for nerve pain)
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

and somnolence

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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