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. 2010 Jul 14:2:52.
doi: 10.3410/M2-52.

Recent advances in pharmacological treatment of neuropathic pain

Nanna Brix Finnerup, Søren Hein Sindrup, Troels Staehelin Jensen

Recent advances in pharmacological treatment of neuropathic pain

Nanna Brix Finnerup et al. F1000 Med Rep. .

Abstract

Recent studies investigating the pharmacological management of neuropathic pain support the efficacy of certain antidepressants, anticonvulsants, and opioids. Novel directions in drug applications include topical applications of patches with either lidocaine or capsaicin and intradermal injections of botulinum toxin. In cases of partial pain relief, drug combinations may be considered.

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