name: | Pregabalin |
ATC code: | N02BF02 | route: | oral |
n-compartments | 1 |
Pregabalin is an anticonvulsant and neuropathic pain agent used to treat conditions such as neuropathic pain, fibromyalgia, and as an adjunct therapy for partial seizures. It is approved for use in many countries, including the US and EU.
Pharmacokinetic parameters were analyzed in healthy adult subjects, both male and female, after single oral dose administration.
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