Neuropathic pain Flashcards
1
Q
Management
A
TCA - amitriptylline, nortriptylline
AEDs - gabapentin, pregabalin
Opioids - inadequate response, opioids can be given.
- Morphine + oxycodone prescribed by specialist only
- Tramadol prescribed in the meantime
2
Q
Compression neuropathy
A
Steroids e.g. dexamethasone
3
Q
Trigeminal neuralgia
A
Sudden/severe faical pain described as electric shocks in jaw, teeth or hums.
Occurs in short unpredictable attacks
4
Q
Trigeminal neuralgia - treatment
A
Carbamazepine OR phenytoin
5
Q
Chronic oral + facial pain
A
Specialist referral
6
Q
Localised pain
A
Topical local anaesthetic OR capsaicin
