Pregabalin (Lyrica) Side Effects

Possible side effects of pregabalin are listed below. Tell your doctor if these side effects are severe or do not go away in a few days.

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Tiredness
• Dry mouth
• Gastrointestinal side effects like nausea, vomiting, constipation, gas, bloating
• Feeling “high”
• Speech problems
• Difficulty concentrating, forgetfulness
• Balance or coordination problems
• Anxiety
• Uncontrolled shaking
• Muscle twitching
• Back pain
• Increased appetite, weight gain

Rarely, pregabalin can cause more serious side effects. Seek immediate medical help if you have the following signs and symptoms:

• Blurred vision, double vision, or any changes in vision
• Hives, rash, itching, blisters
• Serious allergic reactions with swelling of the face, eyes, throat, tongue, mouth, or lips
• Swelling of the arms, hands, lower legs, ankles, or feet
• Difficulty breathing or swallowing
• Chest pain
• Bluish tinge to the skin, lips, or fingernails
• Wheezing, shortness of breath
• Extreme sleepiness
• Unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, fever

The above list may not include all the potential adverse effects of pregabalin. Contact your healthcare professional if the side effects are unusual or severe or they do not get better over time. You can also report unusual side effects to the Food and Drug Administration at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Pregabalin Overdose: In case of an accidental or intentional overdose of pregabalin, contact your doctor immediately. You can also call the national poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If a person cannot be awakened, has trouble breathing, has collapsed, or has had a seizure, call 911.

Source: FDA