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What medicine works the best for pinched nerve in the leg? can robaxin help? i have ibuprofen, naproxen and extra strength tylenol (acetaminophen)...which one?

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Sciatica: True sciatica is leg pain that shoots from back, down the leg past the knee. This mimics the path of the sciatic nerve, thus it's name. Treatment is with nsaid's (my preference)—either Naproxen (again my preference since twice daily) or Ibuprofen (either but not both). Tylenol (acetaminophen) may be taken with nsaid's or alone—don't exceed 4g/day. Not a fan of muscle relaxers (sedatives, not really good relaxers).

Answered 7/7/2016

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Dr. Tal David answered

Sciatica: All of the medications that you have listed can be used to help with neuropathic leg pain. I suggest an anti-inflammatory (naproxen, ibuprofen, etc.) and muscle relaxant (robaxin).

Answered 6/22/2015

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