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How Can Pain And Numbness In The Legs Be Treated?
96 year old female well controled on Norco for sciatica for the past 3 years. Now having break through pain with numbness in legs. Neurontin prescribed. Concern is if neurontin can decrease effectiveness of the opiate, should it be prescribed or would it s indications for peripheral neuropathy make it a viable medication to add. Thank you.
Tue, 31 Jul 2018
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Neurotonin and opiatesare not recommended to be taken together because of interactions.
I suggest you to consult your doctor about an alternative medication for neuropathy.
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Neurotonin and opiatesare not recommended to be taken together because of interactions.
I suggest you to consult your doctor about an alternative medication for neuropathy.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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