Abstract
Gabapentin is an important advancement for the treatment of neuropathic pain. This novel anticonvulsant has demonstrated efficacy and safety in multiple clinical trials. Its pharmacological properties especially lack of adverse effects on any major organ systems including cardiovascular and respiratory systems allows flexible titration in a wide range of patients. Certainly, there are many side effects but majority are manageable and all of them are reversible.
Keywords: neuropathic pain, gabapentin, dosing schedule, adverse events, side effects, efficacy
Current Neuropharmacology
Title: Symptomatic Treatment of Chronic Neuropathic Pain with Gabapentin Clinical Practice and Research Prospective
Volume: 1 Issue: 3
Author(s): Misha-Miroslav Backonja
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Keywords: neuropathic pain, gabapentin, dosing schedule, adverse events, side effects, efficacy
Abstract: Gabapentin is an important advancement for the treatment of neuropathic pain. This novel anticonvulsant has demonstrated efficacy and safety in multiple clinical trials. Its pharmacological properties especially lack of adverse effects on any major organ systems including cardiovascular and respiratory systems allows flexible titration in a wide range of patients. Certainly, there are many side effects but majority are manageable and all of them are reversible.
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Backonja Misha-Miroslav, Symptomatic Treatment of Chronic Neuropathic Pain with Gabapentin Clinical Practice and Research Prospective, Current Neuropharmacology 2003; 1 (3) . https://dx.doi.org/10.2174/1570159033477062
DOI https://dx.doi.org/10.2174/1570159033477062 |
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Online ISSN 1875-6190 |
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