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Need prescription help for 72 yo female who is alert, but hemiplegic/paretic. has burning foot, left only. on abilify (aripiprazole). has dm. in ecf. gets pt. what med?

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Dr. Carrie Cannon answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Peripheral neurop.: I would consider capascin lotion. It is effective and no systemic side effects. Nurses can apply it with gloves on in the ECF. Lyrica (pregabalin) or Neurontin have moderate interactions with ability that may lead to dizziness or confusion. If she doesn't walk without supervision, that may be tried. Still, falling out of bed is not a good thing.

Answered 11/27/2017

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