Beyond Pain Relief : A Rare Hormonal Impact of Pregabalin in Fibromyalgia

Pregabalin,used for neuropathic pain and anxiety,can rarely cause hyperprolactinemia.We report an 18 year old female with galactorrhea due to this side effect.Pregabalin's inhibition of dopamine release disrupts prolactin regulation,emphasizing the need to monitor for this rare but significant complication.

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International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research
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2024-08-01
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https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i04.25408
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Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Research
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Beyond Pain Relief : A Rare Hormonal Impact of Pregabalin in Fibromyalgia

Sara Kurien -, Merin Sara Thomas -, Anulekha Mary -, Swapna Sunil -
International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research
Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Research
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Beyond Pain Relief : A Rare Hormonal Impact of Pregabalin in Fibromyalgia

Sara Kurien -, Merin Sara Thomas -, Anulekha Mary -, Swapna Sunil -
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Pregabalin,used for neuropathic pain and anxiety,can rarely cause hyperprolactinemia.We report an 18 year old female with galactorrhea due to this side effect.Pregabalin's inhibition of dopamine release disrupts prolactin regulation,emphasizing the need to monitor for this rare but significant complication.

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