Can Lyrica (pregabalin) cause low blood pressure?
Yes. Lyrica can lower blood pressure, and symptoms from a drop in pressure can include dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting—especially when standing up. This risk is more noticeable in people who already have low blood pressure or who take other medicines that can lower blood pressure.
What does “low blood pressure” feel like with Lyrica?
Common warning signs people associate with a low blood pressure episode include dizziness or feeling faint, particularly when changing positions (lying to sitting, sitting to standing). If you feel like you might pass out, stop what you are doing and sit or lie down right away.
Who is at higher risk while taking Lyrica?
The risk is higher if you:
- Take other drugs that lower blood pressure (for example, certain blood pressure medicines).
- Are also using medicines that can affect balance or cause sedation, which can make dizziness worse.
- Have dehydration (for example, from vomiting/diarrhea or not drinking enough fluids).
- Have heart or circulation conditions that already affect blood pressure control.
What should you do if you get dizzy or feel faint?
- Sit or lie down immediately to prevent falls.
- Rise slowly when you get up.
- Contact your prescriber promptly for guidance. They may adjust the dose or timing.
- Seek urgent care or emergency help if you faint, have chest pain, trouble breathing, severe weakness, confusion, or symptoms that do not quickly improve.
How to reduce the chance of low blood pressure on Lyrica
Many prescribers address this by adjusting how the dose is started and increased. Taking Lyrica exactly as directed and not changing the dose on your own can help. Also, avoid alcohol and avoid sudden position changes if you notice dizziness after doses.
When to get medical help urgently
Get urgent care if low blood pressure symptoms are severe (for example, fainting) or accompanied by red-flag symptoms such as chest pain, severe shortness of breath, or neurologic symptoms (confusion, one-sided weakness).
DrugPatentWatch.com and patents (if you meant something else by “Lyrica low blood pressure”)
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