Medications for intercostal neuralgia are an integral part of a comprehensive therapeutic effect. There are several groups of medicines used to eliminate this disease.
Analgesics are mandatory drugs for intercostal neuralgia. These drugs have an analgesic effect (eliminate the main symptom of the disease - pain). These include "Spazgan", "Sedalgin" and others. It is recommended to take these funds no more than three to four times a day. More frequent use of drugs may not have the expected effect and provoke the development of side effects.
The following medications for intercostal neuralgia are anti-inflammatory drugs from the non-steroid group. They include such medicines as Diclofenac, Voltaren, Ibuprofen and other drugs. The mechanism of action of these drugs is mainly based on the removal of inflammation. To a lesser extent, these drugs can affect pain. As a rule, drugs of this group are prescribed once or twice a day. With their more frequent use, the risk of developing or exacerbating gastrointestinal diseases increases. The use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs is allowed no more than five to seven days. Experts recommend giving preference to drugs in the form of suppositories (suppositories) or injections (injections). There are also non-steroidal drugs against inflammation and in the form of ointments for external use (for example, the drug "Nimid").
Muscle relaxants are quite effective drugs for intercostal neuralgia. These drugs can affect muscle spasm - one of the main causes of the disease. To drugs from this group include "Clonazepam", "Baclofen" and others. The duration of their use is selected only by the doctor.
Vitamins, in particular, group B, are also mandatory, since it is quite difficult to cure neuralgia in case of deficiency. Vitamin deficiencies are often detected in patients with diseases of the stomach, diabetes mellitus, as well as those who abuse alcohol.
In the treatment of the disease, local anesthetics are also used. These include lidocaine, novocaine. With a pronounced pain syndrome of blockade with the use of these funds are indispensable. They can significantly relieve pain. Blockages are assigned in an amount from two to five or seven. Control over the application is carried out by a specialist.
Often with intercostal neuralgia, drugs such as Relanium or Elenium are prescribed. These funds help to calm the patient, contribute to less susceptibility to pain.
Various ointments, based on bee venom, are considered very effective. Such a tool, for example, is Apizartron. The medication has a relaxing, warming, and also improving blood circulation effect.
As a rule, the attending physician selects an individual therapeutic regimen for each patient. At the same time, it is important to adhere to his recommendations so as not to eliminate the consequences that running intercostal neuralgia can cause.
Treatment at home is advisable and effective only for mild forms of pathology.
So, you can use porridge from grated horseradish. It should be applied to painful places very carefully, since the drug causes a burning sensation.
You can also prepare an oral preparation. To do this, pour a tablespoon of mint herb with a glass of boiling water, boil for ten minutes. It is necessary to drink half a glass daily, in the evening and in the morning.
Mustard must also be applied to sore spots (except for the area of the heart). After them, it is recommended to bandage the chest with a scarf.