First Line Options For Neuropathic Pain Flashcards
1
Q
All fist line options for neuropathic pain
A
duloxetine (Cymbalta)
pregabalin (Lyrica)
gabapentin (Neurontin)
amitriptyline
2
Q
duloxetine (Cymbalta)
A
Class: serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI), antidepressant
AE: nausea, dry mouth, headache, fatigue, drowsiness
3
Q
pregabalin (Lyrica)
A
Class: GABA analogs, anticonvulsant
AE: dizziness, drowsiness
4
Q
gabapentin (Neurontin)
A
Class: GABA analogs, anticonvulsant
AE: dizziness, drowsiness, weight gain
Most common
5
Q
amitriptyline
A
Class: tricyclic antidepressant (TCA)
AE: sedation, anticholinergic effects
Least common