Antidepressants in chronic pain syndromes

Krishnan, K.R.; France, R.D.

American Family Physician 39(4): 233-237

1989


ISSN/ISBN: 0002-838X
PMID: 2650507
Document Number: 334487
Antidepressants are often effective in the management of chronic pain syndromes. They are most useful for certain types of pain complaints, such as headache, diabetic neuropathy, arthritis and facial pain. The choice of antidepressant depends on the side effects and the patient's ability to tolerate the medication. The dose is usually half of that used in the management of depression.

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