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Dr Mark Porter on the challenge of IBS, pregabalin & BAD

The Times article, by Dr Mark Porter, 18 October 2016: Not all of the six million Brits who think they have IBS need to hang on for the new wonder drug “Part of the challenge is that IBS is unlikely … Continue reading

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Plans to restrict gabapentin and pregabalin availability

Pulse today article, by Caroline Price, 26 January 2016: Government told to restrict gabapentin and pregabalin availability The prescription drugs gabapentin and pregabalin could soon be more tightly regulated in the UK, after Government advisors called for them to be classed … Continue reading

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Pregabalin has positive effect on FM symptoms

Research abstract: Pregabalin, an approved treatment for fibromyalgia (FM), has been shown to decrease sympathetic nervous system (SNS) activity and inhibit sympathetically maintained pain, but its effects on exercise responses have not been reported. Methods: Using a randomized double-blind crossover … Continue reading

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Pregabalin useful for chronic pain

Research abstract Pregabalin is frequently prescribed for chronic non-cancer pain. No previous study has examined its off-label use. Objectives: Our primary aim was to assess the proportion of patients taking pregabalin for conditions approved by Health Canada (“on-label”) and compare … Continue reading

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