Pregabalin: Potential for Addiction and a Possible Glutamatergic Mechanism
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Research suggests that pregabalin may have the potential for addiction. The mechanism behind this potential for addiction is not fully understood, but it may involve the dopaminergic system, which is related to reward behavior. Studies on similar drugs, such as gabapentin, also indicate a possible link between the dopaminergic system and drug-seeking behavior.