Postherpetic neuralgia usually refers to postherpetic neuralgia, according to the severity of the disease, you can take some appropriate pain medication to alleviate the symptoms, such as antiepileptic drugs Pregabalin capsules, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ibuprofen extended-release capsules and so on, it is not recommended that the patient long-term use of painkillers.
1. Antiepileptic drugs: Pregabalin capsules are mainly composed of pregabalin, the drug can improve the symptoms of neuralgia sequelae caused by herpes zoster. The adverse effects of the drug mainly include abdominal pain, abdominal distension, nausea, vomiting and fever and edema. The drug is contraindicated in people who are allergic to the components of the drug.
2. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: Ibuprofen extended-release capsules are mainly composed of ibuprofen, the pain-relieving effect is maintained for a long time. Common adverse reactions include nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. It is contraindicated in people who are allergic to the ingredients of the drug, pregnant and breastfeeding women, and asthmatic patients who are allergic to aspirin.
Post-herpetic syndrome is mainly manifested as neuralgia, the main purpose of taking painkillers is to stop pain, and can not solve the problem fundamentally, and due to the existence of adverse effects of the drug, so it is not suitable for long-term use, you need to follow the doctor’s instructions to use the drug.
It is recommended that patients with postherpetic neuralgia go to the hospital in time.