How LYRICA Is Thought to Work
It is unknown exactly how LYRICA works in the body. Animal studies suggest that LYRICA reduces “extra” electrical signals sent out by overactive nerves.
LYRICA is a medicine approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It is useful in treating 4 conditions. LYRICA may reduce the stabbing, burning, and shooting symptoms of Diabetic Nerve Pain or Pain after Shingles. LYRICA treats the chronic widespread pain associated with Fibromyalgia. LYRICA also helps to treat partial onset seizures in adults with epilepsy who take 1 or more drugs for seizures.
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Sometimes damaged nerves in the brain can send “extra” electrical signals. |
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LYRICA [ORANGE DOT IMAGE] is believed to reduce “extra” signals in the nerves.* |
Check Out Your Pain
If you think you might have nerve pain associated with diabetes or shingles, complete the Pain Assessment Checklist and take the results to your next doctor visit. Be sure to talk to your doctor to see if LYRICA is right for you.
*The above diagram is based on animal models. Exact relevance to humans has not been confirmed.
