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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Some may be a better fit for you than others. If you’re interested in finding an alternative to Lyrica, talk with your doctor. They can tell you about other medications that may work well for you.Alternatives for diabetic nerve painThe following drugs are alternatives to Lyrica for treating diabetic nerve pain:gabapentin (Neurontin)duloxetine (Cymbalta)topical capsaicin (Qutenza)tricyclic antidepressants, such as amitriptyline or desipramine (Norpramin)venlafaxine (Effexor XR)Alternatives for nerve pain due to shinglesThe following medications are alternatives to Lyrica for treating nerve pain due to shingles:acetaminophen (Tylenol)amitriptylinegabapentin (Neurontin)topical lidocaine (ZTlido)ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)topical capsaicin (Qutenza)tramadol (ConZip)Alternatives for nerve pain due to a spinal cord injuryThe following drugs are alternatives to Lyrica for treating nerve pain due to a spinal cord injury:amitriptylinebaclofenduloxetine (Cymbalta)gabapentin (Neurontin)tizanidine (Zanaflex)tramadol (ConZip)venlafaxine (Effexor XR)Alternatives for fibromyalgiaThe following drugs are alternatives to Lyrica for treating fibromyalgia:duloxetine (Cymbalta)fluoxetine (Prozac)milnacipran (Savella)paroxetine (Paxil)venlafaxine (Effexor XR)Alternatives for focal onset seizuresThe following drugs are alternatives to Lyrica for treating focal onset seizures:carbamazepine (Tegretol, others)lamotrigine (Lamictal)levetiracetam (Keppra)phenytoin (Dilantin)divalproex sodium (Depakote, Depakote ER)If you can become pregnant, consider the following information about pregnancy, fertility, birth control, and breastfeeding.Lyrica and pregnancyIt’s not known whether Lyrica should be taken during pregnancy. If you’re planning a pregnancy or can become pregnant, talk with your doctor before taking this medication.If you and your doctor agree you’ll take Lyrica during pregnancy, consider joining the Antiepileptic Drug Pregnancy Registry. This study helps research the safety of using antiepileptic drugs such as Lyrica during pregnancy. You can join by calling 888-233-2334 or by visiting the registry
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