Abstract |
The efficacy of tricyclic antidepressants in association with neuroleptics having been demonstrated in patients suffering from so-called tardive post-herpetic neuralgia, 43 patients were given this treatment either alone or in association with transcutaneous nerve stimulation ( TENS). Of the 33 patients given drug treatment alone, 25 found relief from pain in 3-18 months, 5 produced a partial result and in 3 the treatment failed. The results obtained suggest that this is the most effective treatment as long as it is continuous and given for at least 3-6 months. The use of TENS produced no benefit.
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Authors | L Bianchetti |
Journal | Minerva medica
(Minerva Med)
Vol. 77
Issue 1-2
Pg. 47-50
(Jan 14 1986)
ISSN: 0026-4806 [Print] Italy |
Vernacular Title | La terapia farmacologica della cosiddetta nevralgia post-erpetica unica valida alternativa. Esperienza clinica di 43 casi trattati. |
PMID | 2868434
(Publication Type: Comparative Study, English Abstract, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
- Antidepressive Agents, Tricyclic
- Antipsychotic Agents
- Amitriptyline
- Promazine
- Imipramine
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Topics |
- Administration, Oral
- Aged
- Amitriptyline
(administration & dosage, therapeutic use)
- Antidepressive Agents, Tricyclic
(administration & dosage, therapeutic use)
- Antipsychotic Agents
(administration & dosage, therapeutic use)
- Drug Therapy, Combination
- Electric Stimulation Therapy
- Herpes Zoster
(complications)
- Humans
- Imipramine
(administration & dosage, therapeutic use)
- Middle Aged
- Neuralgia
(drug therapy, etiology, therapy)
- Promazine
(administration & dosage, therapeutic use)
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