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How Long Does Pregabalin Stay in Your System?

Pregabalin (Lyrica) is detectable in urine for approximately 5–6 days after the last dose. In blood, pregabalin clears within 24–48 hours. Hair follicle tests can detect pregabalin for up to 90 days. Pregabalin is a Schedule 3 controlled drug in the UK and is included in extended drug testing panels used by probation, employers, and drug services.

Pregabalin (Lyrica) detection windows by test type

Test type
Detection window
Notes
💧Urine
5–6 days (regular users may test positive up to 10 days)
Increasingly included in extended probation and employment panels
🩸Blood
24–48 hours
Short half-life of ~6 hours; clears quickly
🦷Saliva
24–36 hours
Less commonly tested for pregabalin specifically
💇Hair
Up to 90 days
Used in legal proceedings and probation monitoring

Estimates only. Individual results vary based on metabolism, body weight, hydration, and frequency of use.

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