Lyrica CR and Metformin and saxagliptin

• Generic Name: pregabalin
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Lyrica, Lyrica CR

Lyrica CR is an anti-epileptic drug, also called an anticonvulsant. It works by slowing down impulses in the brain that cause seizures. This medicine also affects chemicals in the brain that send pain signals across the nervous system.

Lyrica CR is used to treat pain caused by fibromyalgia, or nerve pain in people with diabetes (diabetic neuropathy), herpes zoster (post-herpetic neuralgia), or spinal cord injury.

Lyrica CR is also used with other medications to treat partial onset seizures in adults and children who are at least 4 years old.

Lyrica CR may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: metformin / saxagliptin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Kombiglyze XR

Metformin and saxagliptin are oral diabetes medicines that help control blood sugar levels.

Metformin works by decreasing glucose (sugar) production in the liver and decreasing absorption of glucose by the intestines. Saxagliptin works by regulating the levels of insulin your body produces after eating.

Metformin and saxagliptin is a combination medicine that is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. metformin and saxagliptin is not for treating type 1 diabetes.

Metformin and saxagliptin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.