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Does long term use of gabapentin or pregabalin leads to desensitisation of neuro- receptors?? is it true doctors? i have read it on some article, while i use it for my neuropathy and rls, i am now concerned about further damage to my body?
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No, it ain't gonna happen that way! Mechanism to reduce nerve pain is reversible on discontinuation. Read what ever you like, but return here to correct the "FAKE news".
Answered 3/25/2022
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