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Neuropathic pain is by definition a chronic pain condition that occurs and persists in a heterogeneous group of aetiologically different diseases characterised by a primary lesion or dysfunction of the peripheral or central nervous system. Neuropathic pain has an important prevalence in the general population, and a severe impact on quality of life and mood of affected patients. Therapy is based on tricyclic antidepressants and antiepileptic drugs, the most frequently studied drug classes. Opioids and analgesics are a second-line choice. Topical medications could be useful in several pain situations.
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Colombo, B., Annovazzi, P.O.L. & Comi, G. Medications for neuropathic pain: current trends. Neurol Sci 27 (Suppl 2), s183–s189 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10072-006-0598-7
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10072-006-0598-7