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Treatment Options
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Anticonvulsants
Pregabalin (Lyrica) is the only medication that has been approved by the FDA for the treatment of fibromyalgia. Gabapentin (Neurontin), an anticonvulsant, used to treat diabetes and nerve related pain following a herpes zoster infection (shingles), has also been investigated for its effectiveness as a treatment for fibromyalgia and found to be useful in reducing pain associated with FM. Drugs in the class
Gabapentin Tablets (Neurontin Tablets)
Pregabalin (Lyrica) |
Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It is not intended to diagnose a health condition, but it can be used as a guide to help you decide if you should seek professional treatment or to help you learn more about your condition once it has been diagnosed.
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