These Meds May Ease Pain but Increase Mortality Risk 60%
They're not opioids, but this combination of medications is linked to suicide, overdoses, injuries, crime and traffic accidents.
STORY AT-A-GLANCE
Gabapentin and pregabalin are used for the treatment of epilepsy and neuropathic pain disorders. Pregabalin, such as Lyrica, is also prescribed for anxiety in Europe and fibromyalgia in the U.S.
Research links gabapentinoids with a 26% increased risk for suicidal behavior and death from suicide; 24% increased risk for unintentional overd…
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