Pregabalin (CAS 148553-50-8)

Pregabalin (CAS 148553-50-8) is a widely used anticonvulsant and analgesic medication, known by brand names like Lyrica, used to treat nerve pain (neuropathic pain), fibromyalgia, epilepsy, and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). It’s a GABA analog that works by binding to alpha-2-delta subunits of calcium channels, reducing neurotransmitter release in the central nervous system, and is a Schedule V controlled substance in the U.S. due to its potential for dependence.