What are the long-term side effects of pregabalin (Lyrica)?

Good morning, Madam,

Lyrica (pregabalin) is relatively well tolerated over the long term. It is a member of the anticonvulsant class of drugs and, for this reason, is usually taken for very long periods. For the treatment of neuropathic pain, it is probably less "harmful" to take this drug than large doses of opiates. This phenomenon is called "co-analgesia" and is recommended in practice to avoid long-term use of high doses of Oxyneo, for example.

In addition to normal drug-related monitoring (liver function, kidney function), people whose kidneys are starting to fail will be monitored for the risk associated with the accumulation of this drug. This is usually not an issue in people your age.

It's a pleasure!

Alexandre