Pregabalin (Lyrica)

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A cousin of gabapentin with the same mechanism of action, often used when gabapentin's dose is maxed out due to its linear kinetic profile, allowing more to enter the system; can also cause drowsiness and water retention.

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A cousin of gabapentin with the same mechanism of action, often used when gabapentin's dose is maxed out due to its linear kinetic profile, allowing more to enter the system; can also cause drowsiness and water retention.