Islamabad Enforces Prescription-Only Sale of Pregabalin

Pharmacies in Islamabad must now sell pregabalin medicines only with a valid prescription, per a health department directive dated July 10, 2026.

NationPulse Desk

Oct 26, 2026 · 12:34 PM 1 min read

Islamabad Enforces Prescription-Only Sale of Pregabalin

Key takeaways

Pharmacy Services and Drug Control in Islamabad reaffirms the ban on non-prescription pregabalin sales.
The directive follows directions issued on July 10, 2026.
Licensed pharmacies must dispense pregabalin only with a valid prescription.
The department says compliance is essential for public health safety.
Public urged to consult qualified doctors before obtaining prescription drugs.

The Pharmacy Services and Drug Control unit of Islamabad's Health Department has reinforced the prohibition on selling pregabalin-containing medicines without a valid prescription, ordering pharmacies and pharmacists to fully adhere to the rule.

In a public and pharmacists' alert issued by the Pharmacy Services and Drug Control section, the restriction is being applied according to directions released on July 10, 2026.

All licensed pharmacies and pharmacists have been instructed to dispense pregabalin-containing medicines solely against valid prescriptions.

The department emphasized that following the directive is vital to protect public health and ensure the safe use of medicines.

It also called on the public to seek advice from qualified medical practitioners before obtaining prescription medicines and to follow medical guidance for safe usage.