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India Tightens Controls on Pregabalin Amid Concerns Over Youth Misuse

India Tightens Controls on Pregabalin Amid Concerns Over Youth Misuse

India’s central government has moved to tighten regulation of the pain and anxiety drug pregabalin following reports of rising abuse among young people. Authorities say the measures aim to curb misuse while safeguarding legitimate medical access.

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Centre tightens control on Pregabalin amid rising abuse among youth