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Does Intake Of Lyrica Cause Drowsiness?

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Posted on Thu, 7 Jul 2016
Question: congestive heart failure for 12 years; recent peripheral neuropathy, not a diabetic per lab test. Cardiologist has OK'd one 8 0z. glass of red wine before supper which I enjoy.Will taking lytica 50 mg three times a day cause sleepiness?
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Answered by Dr. Shafi Ullah Khan (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Yes it will cause somnolence , 4 to 36 % chance

Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking

I read your question and i understand your concern and worries. Lyrica AKA pregabalin works good in neuropathic pain and is well written for your discomfort of neuropathy. 50 mg 8 hourly is well recommended dose, and as far as sleepiness is concerned, i am afraid yes it will cause it. up to 36 % of people using lyrica on this dose report somnolence . I beleive sleep at this part of life where we take anxiolytics for sleep aid is a good thing. if you believe it will bother you, you may always request for an alternative by your doctor.

I hope it helps. Take good care of yourself and dont forget to close the discussion please.

Regards
Khan
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Does Intake Of Lyrica Cause Drowsiness?

Brief Answer: Yes it will cause somnolence , 4 to 36 % chance Detailed Answer: Thank you for asking I read your question and i understand your concern and worries. Lyrica AKA pregabalin works good in neuropathic pain and is well written for your discomfort of neuropathy. 50 mg 8 hourly is well recommended dose, and as far as sleepiness is concerned, i am afraid yes it will cause it. up to 36 % of people using lyrica on this dose report somnolence . I beleive sleep at this part of life where we take anxiolytics for sleep aid is a good thing. if you believe it will bother you, you may always request for an alternative by your doctor. I hope it helps. Take good care of yourself and dont forget to close the discussion please. Regards Khan