pregabalin Kreyòl ayisyen /pregabalin/
Definition: n. Tematik: Anticonvulsants
Brand Name: Lyrica
Classification: Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) Analogue
Available Forms: Capsule, Oral Solution
Target System: Central Nervous System (CNS)
Action: Binds to the alpha2-delta subunit of voltage-gated calcium channels, reducing calcium influx and modulating neurotransmitter release, leading to inhibition of neuronal excitability.
Notes: Pregabalin is used for the treatment of epilepsy, neuropathic pain, fibromyalgia, and generalized anxiety disorder. It is structurally related to gabapentin but has a more predictable pharmacokinetic profile and may cause less sedation.
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