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Is Lyrica medication a narcotic?

April 26, 2017Health lyrica Management medication narcotic pain

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Is Lyrica medication a narcotic?

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https://www.pfizerpro.com/product_info/l… no, it was originally designed for use in the treatment of seizure disorders, and then found to be highly effective in the treatment of some kinds of pain like that found in fibromyalgia and diabetic neuropathy. It is not addictive or habit forming. It has some side effects like narcotic in that it can cause sleepiness, and should never be stopped suddenly as that can produce seizure activity.