NEJM: Increased RX of Gabapentin/Pregabalin Cause for Concern?

"Third, evidence suggests that some patients misuse, abuse, or divert gabapentin and pregabalin.5Some users describe euphoric effects, and patients can experience withdrawal when high doses are stopped abruptly. The likelihood of gabapentinoid abuse is reportedly heightened among current or past users of opioids and benzodiazepines. Whether misuse and abuse of gabapentinoids will become an important public... NEJM: Increased RX of Gabapentin/Pregabalin Cause for Concern?
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