Is Lyrica Effective In Managing Diabetic Neuropathy?

Posted on Wed, 17 May 2017

Question: Should I try Lyrica as Neurontin isn't helping my diabetic neuropathy? I see my primary care doctor tomorrow morning and am wondering if I should try it. Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Sudhir Kumar (8 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, you can try lyrica.

Detailed Answer:
Thank you for posting your query.

I am Dr Sudhir Kumar, Neurologist, and I would try my best to help you.

I have noted your clinical details. Based on this, it would be useful to try lyrica (pregabalin). This is because pregabalin has been found to be more effective than gabapentin (neurontin) in cases of diabetic painful neuropathy. This was shown in several research studies.

I hope my answer helps. Please get back if you have any follow up queries or if you require any additional information.

Wishing you good health,

Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology) XXXXXXX Consultant Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals, XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
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