A member asked:

Pain mgt pa-c gav me lyrica (pregabalin) 150 mg for leg cramps. can i just stop this med as they seem fine now. i am on so many meds :(?

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Dr. Thomas Deberardino answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Speak with PA first: It is best to communicate with your prescribing healthcare provider when altering or stopping a medication.

Answered 5/27/2013

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Discuss with doc: Lyrica (pregabalin) is a very potent medicine, and is used in epilepsy. So, if you stop suddenly, there is a risk of a withdrawal seizure. Perhaps you no longer require the nerve pain suppressant value, but need to go off properly and safely. Your physician will guide this.

Answered 9/29/2016

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