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Is The Medication Lyrica Used In The Treatment Of Shingles?
- Shingles and Chickenpox (Varicella-Zoster Virus) - Treatment for Postherpetic Neuralgia
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Treatment for Postherpetic Neuralgia
Postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is difficult to treat. Once PHN develops, a patient may need a multidisciplinary approach that involves a pain specialist, primary care physician, and other health care providers.
The American Academy of Neurology (AAN) treatment guidelines for postherpetic neuralgia recommend:
- Tricyclic antidepressants (amitriptyline, nortriptyline, desipramine, maprotiline)
- Anticonvulsants (gabapentin and pregabalin)
- Lidocaine skin patches
- Opioids...
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Treatment Options for Shingles
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Shingles and Chickenpox (Varicella-Zoster Virus): Treatment fo...
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Lyrica Oral Uses and How to Use
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Shingles (Herpes Zoster)
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