Gabapentin and Pregabalin Overdoses and Their Management: An Update - PubMed
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- Gabapentinoids, including gabapentin and pregabalin, are increasingly prescribed for conditions like neuropathic pain and fibromyalgia.
- Overdoses involving these drugs are often linked to concurrent use with other substances, particularly opioids, and can be lethal.
- While effective in reducing opioid prescriptions, gabapentinoids pose risks, especially in high-risk groups such as those with organ failure or comorbidities.
- Guidelines and decision-making tools should address the balance of benefits and risks compared to opioids and other pain management alternatives.
- Prescribers must monitor for misuse or abuse and exercise caution when prescribing to special populations.