Pregabalin: The Controversial Drug

SOURCE metro.co.uk
Pregabalin, a drug used for epilepsy, pain relief, anxiety, and depression, is highly addictive and linked to rising fatalities in the UK. It's classified as a class C drug and has led to a growing black market. Mixing it with other drugs can lead to overdoses.

Key Points

  • Classified as a class C drug
  • Growing black market for the drug
  • Not interchangeable with Gabapentin
  • Interaction warnings with alcohol, SSRIs, benzodiazepines, and opioids
  • Common side effects include headaches, nausea, fatigue, mood swings
  • Withdrawal symptoms if stopped abruptly

Pros

  • Effective in treating epilepsy, pain, anxiety, and depression

Cons

  • Highly addictive
  • Linked to rising fatalities in the UK
  • Can lead to overdoses when mixed with other drugs