lyrica generic is used to alleviate pain brought on by shingles (herpes zoster) or by diabetes-related nerve damage. Injuries to the spinal cord that produce nerve pain may also be treated with it. People with fibromyalgia who take this medicine can also use it to relieve their pain.

Additionally, pregabalin is used with other drugs to treat specific types of seizures (partial onset seizures).

Pregabalin is marketed under many brand names, including Lyrica