Trigeminal Neuralgia: Pharmacological Management Flashcards by Tim Dola

Q

Relieve pain by reducing the transmission of impulses at certain nerve terminals

A

Anticonvulsant Drugs

Carbamazepine (Tegretol)

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Anticonvulsant Drugs

Carbamazepine (Tegretol)

Side Effects

Hint: ADDNV

A

Aplastic Anemia
Dizziness
Drowsiness
N/V

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Anticonvulsant Drugs

Carbamazepine (Tegretol)

Monitor for what?

A

Monitor for bone marrow depression during long-term therapy

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Used for pain control

A

Gabapentin (Neurontin) and Baclofen (Lioresal)

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May be used as adjunctive therapy

A

Phenytoin (Dilantin)

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