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Neuropathic pain is a persistent disease that arises due to the malformation or impairment of the nervous system and in most cases, it is necessary to treat it with specific pharmacological interventions. Pregabalin is extensively applicable in the treatment of neuropathic pain, epilepsy, Fibromyalgia, and Generalized Anxiety Disorder through the suppression of abnormal nerve functioning. Regardless of the therapeutic value, misuse of pregabalin has become an increasingly popular public health problem. Others overdose on drugs recommended in order to obtain the effects of sedation or euphoria causing dependency and addiction. The drug is contraindicated with other central nervous system depressants like opioids or alcohol since this induces the risk of respiratory depression and overdose. In such countries as Pakistan, the lack of difficulty in obtaining drugs and the inability to track prescriptions make the non-medical usage go up, and stricter control and education are required.