Pregabalin is a gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) analogue widely used as an active pharmaceutical ingredient in the manufacture of pharmaceutical formulations for the treatment of neuropathic pain, epilepsy, generalized anxiety disorder, and fibromyalgia. It exerts its pharmacological action by binding to the alpha-2-delta subunit of voltage-gated calcium channels in the central nervous system, thereby reducing the release of several excitatory neurotransmitters.

Pregabalin API is supplied as a white to off-white crystalline powder with high purity and consistent quality, meeting applicable pharmacopeial and regulatory standards. It demonstrates excellent stability and suitability for formulation into capsules, tablets, and oral solutions.

Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₇NO₂

Molecular Weight: 159.23 g/mol

Therapeutic Class: Anticonvulsant / Neuropathic Pain Agent

Applications

1. Neuropathic pain management
2. Epilepsy (adjunctive therapy for partial seizures)
3. Fibromyalgia treatment
4. Generalized anxiety disorder (market-specific approvals)
5. Pharmaceutical formulation development and commercial manufacturing