Neuroleptics: Often the best first line meds are neuroleptic medications such as Neurontin and lyrica (pregabalin). Cymbalta is also a good choice. This will focus more on nerve symptoms. If you are dealing the spasm and spasticity then a muscle relaxant may help. Opioids may also help but should not be used as the first line medication. Physical therapy is the best non-medication alternative.
Answered 6/30/2014
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Depends on pain type: All ms pains are not same, neuropathic pain musculoskeletal pain/nocioceptive psychosocial or any combination of the above proper evaluation will show what combination of medication is needed.
Answered 4/20/2013
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Several choices: Since dealing with "nerve pain", would choose neurontin, Gralise, Horizant, or Lyrica. Might instead consider Cymbalta or Savella (milnacipran). Would prefer to avoid opioids in most cases.
Answered 8/30/2014
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