Lyrica CR and Phenoxybenzamine

• 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: phenoxybenzamine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Dibenzyline

Phenoxybenzamine is used to control blood pressure and reduce sweating in people with pheochromocytoma (tumor of the adrenal gland).

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