Lyrica

Lyrica is used for:

Treating fibromyalgia or nerve pain caused by certain conditions (eg, shingles, diabetic nerve problems). It is also used in combination with other medicines to treat certain types of seizures. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Lyrica is an anticonvulsant and neuropathic pain agent. How Lyrica works is not fully understood. It is thought to bind to certain areas in the brain that help reduce seizures, nerve pain, and anxiety.

Do NOT use Lyrica if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Lyrica

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Lyrica :

Some medical conditions may interact with Lyrica . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have heart problems (eg, congestive heart failure, irregular heartbeat), elevated creatinine kinase, muscle problems, diabetes, bleeding problems, or a history of alcohol or substance abuse
• if you have kidney problems or are on dialysis
• if you have a history of mental or mood problems, or suicidal thoughts or actions

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Lyrica . However, no specific interactions with Lyrica are known at this time.

Ask your health care provider if Lyrica may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.