Understanding Pregabalin (Lyrica)

Side Effects

This medication causes side effects! Blurry vision, feeling dizzy, and sleepiness are common in the first weeks. Thus, patients must not drive or operate heavy machinery! Patients also experience side effects that compromise their motor skills and cognition. Other common side effects are weight gain, dry mouth, and issues with concentration. Swelling in the hands and feet happens as well. Thankfully, these side effects are mild!

This medication causes serious side effects in certain patients. Examples are severe allergic reactions and heart problems. Heart problems on this medication appear with significant limb swelling and chest pain. An allergic reaction because of this drug has common symptoms. They are breathing issues, swelling, and a rash. Patients must also watch out for irritability, mood swings, and suicidal thoughts. They have to call their doctor immediately about these side effects. Many of them require emergency medical care!

Discover precautions associated with this medication next.