Pregabalin (Lyrica)

Alternate Name: Lyrica

Dosage Form: Capsule

Administration Route: By mouth

Drug Class: Anticonvulsant, Neuropathic Pain Agent

Generic Available: Yes

Strength: 75 MG

Warnings: Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, heart failure, heart rhythm problems, lung or breathing problems, a bleeding disorder, diabetes, sores or skin problems, or a low blood platelet count. Tell your doctor if you have a history of angioedema (severe swelling), alcohol or drug abuse, depression, or other mood problems. This medicine may cause the following problems: Changes in mood or behavior, including suicidal thoughts or behaviorRespiratory depression (serious breathing problem that can be life-threatening), when used with narcotic pain medicinesPeripheral edema (swelling of your hands, ankles, feet, or lower legs)Increased risk for cancer and bleedingSerious muscle problemsHeart rhythm changes This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. It may also cause blurry or double vision. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely. Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments. Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone. Severe dizziness or drowsiness Sudden mood changes, unusual thoughts or behavior such as extreme happiness or depression Suicidal thoughts Swelling in your throat, head, or neck Uneven heartbeat Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness

Food Warnings: Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely., Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments., Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone., Some medicines can affect how pregabalin works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following: ErythromycinACE inhibitor (including benazepril, enalapril, lisinopril, quinapril, ramipril)Oral diabetes medicine (including metformin, pioglitazone, rosiglitazone), Do not drink alcohol while you are using this medicine., Tell your doctor if you use anything else that makes you sleepy. Some examples are allergy medicine, narcotic pain medicine, and alcohol. Tell your doctor if you are also using oxycodone, lorazepam, or zolpidem.