Mechanism of Action of Pregabalin (Lyrica)
Introduction Pregabalin, marketed under the brand name Lyrica, is a centrally acting agent approved for neuropathic pain, epilepsy, and generalized anxiety disorder. Although structurally similar to gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), pregabalin does not bind to GABA receptors. Instead, it exerts its effects by modulating calcium channels in the central nervous system, leading to decreased neurotransmitter release … Read more
