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Explore treatment options for Generalized Anxiety Disorder
As a clinical pharmacist, it's essential to recognize that about 1 in 13 adults in the US will be diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder in their lifetime. Recommend cognitive behavioral therapy or meds as the initial treatment for generalized anxiety disorder, efficacy seems similar. Be ready to use a stepwise approach if meds are preferred... …
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Cymbalta for lower back pain
Cymbalta (duloxetine) will be used more for chronic musculoskeletal pain in the lower back or due to osteoarthritis . Cymbalta is already approved for neuropathic pain . Plus, it's approved for chronic musculoskeletal pain, so physicians are hearing more about this use, too. Some antidepressants do have analgesic effects, especially tricyclics (amitriptyline, …
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Compare medications for DIABETIC Neuropathy
Up to 50% of patients with diabetes develop peripheral neuropathy. Tailor medication selection based on side effects, cost, whether the medication can also treat other conditions, etc. Expect trial and error... Start at low doses and titrate to effect. But set realistic expectations. In general, fewer than 1 in 3 patients will see a 50% decrease in pain with first-l…
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