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Can I eat this with Pregabalin?
Alcohol adds to pregabalin's sleepiness and breathing problems. Food slows absorption slightly but you can take pregabalin with or without food.
Also sold as Lecaent, Misabri PR, Rewisca. Brand names from the NHS Dictionary of Medicines and Devices.
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Quick answers
- Should I take Pregabalin with food?
- You can take pregabalin with or without food, but it's best to take it in the same way each day.
- Can I drink alcohol with Pregabalin?
- No, avoid it. Pregabalin may make you sleepier and may affect your breathing. Avoid alcohol.
- Can I eat rich or spicy food with Pregabalin?
- Yes, with care. Avoid rich or spicy food if you feel or are being sick.
- Can I eat large meals with Pregabalin?
- Yes, with care. Avoid a big meal in the evening if you have trouble sleeping.
- Can I drink tea with Pregabalin?
- Yes, with care. Avoid tea in the evening if pregabalin is causing difficulty sleeping.
- Can I drink coffee with Pregabalin?
- Yes, with care. Avoid coffee in the evening if pregabalin is causing difficulty sleeping.
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1 · What do you take?
Alcohol adds to pregabalin's sleepiness and breathing problems. Food slows absorption slightly but you can take pregabalin with or without food.
You can take pregabalin with or without food, though food slows absorption slightly. Avoid alcohol as it adds to sleepiness, dizziness and may affect breathing. Pregabalin can make you hungrier and cause weight gain. If you have diabetes, monitor blood sugar more often in the first few weeks.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: You can take pregabalin with or without food, but it's best to take it in the same way each day.
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Foods to avoid with Pregabalin· 28
Take care with Pregabalin· 22
Fine with Pregabalin· 5
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Further reading on Pregabalin
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About pregabalin
NHS medicines information on pregabalin – what it's used for and key facts.
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Who can and cannot take pregabalin
NHS medicines information on who can take pregabalin and who may not be able to take it.
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How and when to take pregabalin
NHS medicines information on dosage for pregabalin, how to take it and what to do if you miss a dose or take too much.
NHS website
Side effects of pregabalin
NHS medicines information on side effects of pregabalin and what you can do to cope.
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Taking pregabalin with other medicines and herbal supplements
NHS medicines information on possible interactions with pregabalin and other medicines, herbal remedies and supplements.
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