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  1. Neuropathy - Treatment

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    Treatment aims at reducing symptoms and treating underlying diseases, if any. The following medications have been recommended for treating neuropathy.

    Medication

    Antidepressants: Relieves pain.

    Amitriptyline . Imipramine . Desipramine

    Anticonvulsants: Reduces symptoms.

    Pregabalin . Gabapentin . Carbamazepine . Lamotrigine

    Topical medications: Muscle relaxants, helps in reducing the pain.

    Capsaicin . Lidocaine

    Antidiabetics: Antidiabetic drugs may be prescribed in case of diabetic neuropathy.

    Metformin

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    Procedure

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    General surgery: Surgery may be recommended to remove tumors pressing against the nerves.

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    Specialist

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    Neurologist : Specializes in treating diseases of the nervous system, which includes the brain, the spinal cord, and the nerves.

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    Are nerve pain medications effective?
    When chronic pain comes from the nerves, these nerve pain medications can help when added to other pain relievers. For chronic muscle and joint pain, effective therapies include rest, ice and heat, anti-inflammatory medications, and time. Usually, the pain calms down and you feel better. However, muscle and joints may be only part of the picture.
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    Diagnosis

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    One or more of these tests may be recommended by your medical provider.
    Diagnosis is primarily aimed at identifying the underlying causes.

    Common tests & procedures

    Neurological test: Assessing the functioning of nerves and reflexes at joints.

    Blood test: Blood tests to check for infections, diabetes, and vitamin deficiencies.

    Spinal tap (lumbar puncture): Lumbar puncture to check for infections in the spinal cord or spinal fluid.

    X-ray: To check for damage to nerves.

    CT scan: Helps to find out tumors or other abnormalities.

    Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): Helps to look for herniated disks, tumors or other medical conditions.

    Electromyography (EMG): A small needle is inserted through skin and records electrical activity of muscles to detect nerve damage.

    Nerve conduction test: Electrodes are placed on skin and records electrical activity of muscles.

    Nerve biopsy: Removes a small portion of nerve to check for abnormalities.

    Skin biopsy: Removes a small portion of skin for further analysis.

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  1. What is the best medication for treatment of neuropathy?

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    Dr. Rajeev ArdeyDoctor of Medicine (MBBS) · 31 years of exp

    Neuropathy may be occlusive or inflammatory. In inflammatory neuropathy anti-seizure drugs such as pregabalin or gabapentin are effective. A supplementation of vitamin B12 may also be prescribed in case of deficiency.

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  2. Nerve pain medication can include12345:
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    Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) or naproxen sodium (Aleve), can help relieve pain. Anti-seizure medicines such as gabapentin (Neurontin, Horizant, Gralise) may help nerve-related pain. Tricyclic medicines such as nortriptyline (Pamelor) and amitriptyline also may be used.

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    In most cases, you’ll need a combination of treatments to manage neuropathic pain. These treatments might include: Over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers. These include medications like acetaminophen and ibuprofen. Antiseizure medications.

    Neuropathic Pain (Nerve Pain): What It Is…

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    Doctors may prescribe various medical treatments for nerve pain, including antidepressants, anticonvulsants, opioids, and topical medications. In some cases, they may recommend multiple treatments at once. However, the existing research has not determined whether it is more effective than a single treatment.

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    These medicines include: Pain relievers. Medicines available without a prescription, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, can improve mild symptoms. Anti-seizure medicines. Medicines such as gabapentin (Gralise, Neurontin, Horizant) and pregabalin (Lyrica), developed to treat epilepsy, often improve nerve pain.

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    Over-the-counter medications for nerve pain

    • Oral pain relievers OTC pain relievers include the following: acetaminophen (Tylenol) ibuprofen (Advil) naproxen (Aleve) aspirin ...

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    What are the most common drugs for nerve pain?
    Some of the most commonly prescribed drugs for nerve pain are gabapentin, pregabalin, and duloxetine. However, these can lead to side effects such as drowsiness, nausea, dizziness, and dry mouth. Whether the nerve pain will fully disappear depends on its cause and severity.

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    How can one relieve nerve pain?

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    To relieve nerve pain, consult a doctor for proper guidance. They may suggest medications like pain relievers or anticonvulsants. Physical therapy can also help. Avoid activities that worsen the pain, and use hot or cold packs as directed by your doctor. These steps can help manage nerve pain effectively.
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    Are nerve pain medications effective?
    When chronic pain comes from the nerves, these nerve pain medications can help when added to other pain relievers. For chronic muscle and joint pain, effective therapies include rest, ice and heat, anti-inflammatory medications, and time. Usually, the pain calms down and you feel better. However, muscle and joints may be only part of the picture.

    Drugs that relieve nerve pain - Harvard Health

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    Can a combination treatment help with nerve pain?
    Combination treatments. Your doctor might recommend that you use one or two of these treatments together -- an approach called combination therapy. Many studies have shown that combining certain drugs -- often an anticonvulsant and an antidepressant -- has a better effect on nerve pain than either medications alone.

    Treating Nerve Pain With Prescription Medications - WebMD

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    Can anticonvulsants help with nerve pain?
    It turned out that their effects on the nervous system could also help dull pain. Side effects may include drowsiness, dizziness, and nausea. Keep in mind that not all anticonvulsants will help. So your doctor will choose medicines that have been shown in studies to work on nerve pain. Antidepressants.

    Treating Nerve Pain With Prescription Medications - WebMD

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    What medications help with pain?
    Antidepressants. Certain tricyclic antidepressants, such as amitriptyline and nortriptyline (Pamelor), can help improve pain. These medicines interfere with chemical processes in the brain and spinal cord that cause you to feel pain.

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    Drugs that relieve nerve pain - Harvard Health

    Feb 26, 2024 · Learn about different types of nerve pain medications, such as antidepressants and anticonvulsants, that can help reduce chronic nerve pain. …

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