A hospital-based multi-centric observational study to explore the prevalence and correlates of non-medical use and dependence of pregabalin among the patients with substance use disorder in Punjab & Chandigarh

These high estimates for non-medical use and dependence of pregabalin in our study are an early indication of rising problem of pregabalin use amongst the patients with substance use disorders. We draw attention of the healthcare providers and policy makers in formulation of strategies to screen for pregabalin non-medical use and dependence, formulate treatment strategies and devise policy changes to address diversion of pregabalin in view of its non-medical use potential.