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Is amitriptyline better than diazepam for nerve type pain ?

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Dr. Edward Kuhnley answered

Specializes in Child Psychiatry

Amitriptyline: Amitriptyline (Elavil) treats depression but may treat nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy, postherpetic neuralgia), eating disorder (bulimia), anxiety, panic disorder, or to prevent migraine headaches. Diazepam (Valium): treats, anxiety, acute alcohol withdrawal, seizures, muscle spasms relief, sedation before medical procedures; produces calming effect. May interact together. Consult prescriber.

Answered 7/10/2017

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