A member asked:

Is lyrica (pregabalin) addicting? doctor wants me on lowest dose but i tend to get addicted easily, so should i take it or not for small fiber neuropathy?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Lyrica (pregabalin) is not, but: quitting Lyrica (pregabalin) abruptly can result in withdrawal symptoms including insomnia, headache, nausea, diarrhea. Ask your prescribing physician how to taper down Lyrica (pregabalin) and minimize withdrawal effects.

Answered 3/5/2015

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