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Lyrica

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Can anyone tell me if a cardiologist can prescribe Lyrica?

June 18
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Lyrica (Pregabalin) is a medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating several conditions, including:

- Fibromyalgia
- Postherpetic neuralgia
- Partial onset seizures
- Neuropathic pain associated with diabetic neuropathy and spinal cord injuries

### How Lyrica Works
- Analgesic and Show Full Answer

Lyrica (Pregabalin) is a medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating several conditions, including:

- Fibromyalgia
- Postherpetic neuralgia
- Partial onset seizures
- Neuropathic pain associated with diabetic neuropathy and spinal cord injuries

### How Lyrica Works:
- Analgesic and Anticonvulsant: Lyrica is believed to reduce pain signals sent by damaged nerves.

### Administration:
- Oral Intake: Lyrica should be taken orally two or three times a day.
- Forms: It comes as a capsule or liquid solution.

### Common Side Effects:
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Swelling
- Blurred vision
- Weight gain
- Abnormal thinking

### Rare but Serious Side Effects:
- Swelling of the head and neck
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Seizures
- Suicidal thoughts
- Systemic allergic reaction

For more details, you can visit the [Lyrica page on MySpondylitisTeam](https://www.MySpondylitisTeam.com/treatments/ly...).

June 18
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