Lyrica may be used during pregnancy only if the benefit to the mother clearly outweighs the possible risk to the fetus. During treatment with the drug, women of reproductive age should use adequate contraceptive methods.
Since pregabalin is excreted unchanged in the urine, does not inhibit the metabolism of other drugs and does not bind to plasma proteins, so it does not enter into pharmacokinetic interaction.
Brand name: Lyrica. Pregabalin comes as a capsule, a solution, and an extended-release tablet. All forms are taken by mouth. Lyrica oral capsule is available generically as pregabalin.