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Neither Pregabalin nor Gabapentin

CAMC Health System · FDA-approved active Small molecule

It works by binding to voltage-gated calcium channels in the nervous system, reducing the release of pain-causing chemicals.

It works by binding to voltage-gated calcium channels in the nervous system, reducing the release of pain-causing chemicals. Used for Neuropathic pain, Fibromyalgia.

At a glance

Generic nameNeither Pregabalin nor Gabapentin
SponsorCAMC Health System
Drug classAnticonvulsant
TargetVoltage-gated calcium channels
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaPain
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Pain medications like this one work by blocking the flow of calcium ions into nerve cells, which reduces the release of pain-causing chemicals. This leads to a decrease in the transmission of pain signals to the brain.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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