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A member asked:

Is lyrica (pregabalin) effective?

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Yes: Lyrica (pregabalin) is very effective for fibromyalgia, diabetic peripheral neuropathy and lumbar radicular pain.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 7/30/2016

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Very for: fibromyalgia, neuropathy, and heuritis!

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Answered 11/27/2017

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