The QUTENZA topical system (capsaicin) 8% is indicated in adults for the treatment of neuropathic pain associated with postherpetic neuralgia (PNS). Lidocaine cream that is available without a prescription can be applied to the skin. Lidocaine patches are another treatment that is applied to the skin to relieve pain. Side effects may include drowsiness, dizziness, and numbness in the patch area. Using capsaicin, which comes in the form of a cream or patch that you place on your skin, may be beneficial for you.
Capsaicin is the substance that makes chili peppers hot and is thought to work on neuropathic pain by preventing nerves from sending pain messages to the brain. Side effects of the capsaicin cream and patch may include skin irritation and a burning or itchy sensation in the treated area. It can also affect heart rate and blood pressure. There are several ways to treat neuropathy.
You can take a pill by mouth. You may also receive injections of medications that relieve inflammation. These are called steroid injections or “nerve blocks.”If you need more help relieving pain, your doctor may prescribe prescription anesthetic creams and patches, such as creams that combine lidocaine (in a higher dose than the over-the-counter dose) and prilocaine. These medicines work quickly, usually within an hour of placing them.
There are two types of creams you can use for nerve pain. One works by stopping nerves from sending pain signals. The other numbs your skin so you don't feel pain. There are other natural substances that can help alleviate the pain of neuropathy. Many herbal treatments can improve inflammation.
They are said to have anti-inflammatory properties. Pain caused by neuropathy can make it difficult, if not impossible, for you to go about your daily life. However, there are some ways to treat nerve pain. Unlike most other types of pain, neuropathic pain usually doesn't get better with common pain relievers, such as paracetamol and ibuprofen, and other medications are often used.
