Pregabalin
COMMON & BRAND NAMES
Lyrica
EFFECTS CLASSIFICATION
Anelgesic; Anticonvulsant; Anxiolytic
CHEMICAL NAME
(S)-3-(aminomethyl)-5-methylhexanoic acid
DESCRIPTION
Pregabalin is a GABA derivative used to treat neuropathic pain and seizures. It is approved for treatment of anxiety disorders in the EU. A small number of users (~4%) report euphoria after use, which led to its control in the U.S.
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Case Raises New Concern Over Withdrawal of Drugs, Jul 19 2005, NY Times
Treatment: For Shingles Pain, Older Drugs May Work Fine, Aug 2 2005, NY Times
Pregabalin Therapy for Fibromyalgia Eases Pain and Improves Sleep Patterns, Oct 9 2007, Doctor's Guide
New medicine might provide help for those suffering from fibromyalgia, Sep 20 2007, KENS 5 San Antonio