Best Antidepressant For Nerve Pain
Neuropathy - ulnar nerve; Ulnar nerve palsy
Treatment
The goal of treatment is to allow you to use the hand and arm as much as possible. The cause should be identified and treated. Sometimes, no treatment is needed and you will get better on your own.
Medications may include:
- Over-the-counter pain relievers or prescription pain medications to control pain (neuralgia)
- Other medications, including gabapentin, phenytoin, carbamazepine, or tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline...
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