Australia Reports 25% Decline in Gabapentinoid Prescriptions and 50% Drop in Overdose Rates

A retrospective Australian study reported that heightened media attention on the risks of gabapentinoids, including pregabalin (Lyrica), and the introduction of tighter prescribing controls were associated with a 25% decline in prescriptions and a 50% reduction in overdose cases.

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