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What would you prescribe for trigeminal neuralgia pain during a virtual visit?
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I do not do virtual visit for HealthTap but I can tell you the drug of choice for trigeminal neuralgia is amtriptyline (Elavil).
Answered 11/26/2022
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This is a public education site where we answer general medical questions, but do not diagnose, prescribe, or treat. But the physician seeing you during your virtual consult will be highly skilled and knowledgeable. Medication choices could include Tegretol or Trileptal, Gabapentin or Lyrica, or possibly Cymbalta. Baclofen has been used in recalcitrant cases. You and your doctor will decide.
Answered 11/26/2022
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