Lyrica 75mg (pregabalin) is an anti-epileptic drug (anticonvulsant) used for:
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Management of neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy
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Management of postherpetic neuralgia
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Adjunctive therapy for the treatment of partial-onset seizures in patients 1 month of age and older
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Management of fibromyalgia
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Management of neuropathic pain associated with spinal cord injury
Dose
The recommended dose of Lyrica is 75-600 mg daily.
LYRICA is given orally with or without food.
Precautions
It may cause sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
It may cause blurring or loss of vision. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any vision changes.
Inform your doctor if you develop any unusual changes in mood or behavior, new or worsening depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your underlying condition. When discontinuing LYRICA, taper gradually over a minimum of 1 week