- Recommendation ID
- CG173/6
- Question
Is there a potential for dependence associated with pharmacological agents for neuropathic pain?
- Any explanatory notes
(if applicable) There has been some suggestion that some pharmacological agents for neuropathic pain are associated with increased potential for misuse. However, there had not been enough high-quality evidence to adequately explore this issue.
Source guidance details
- Comes from guidance
- Neuropathic pain in adults: pharmacological management in non-specialist settings
- Number
- CG173
- Date issued
- November 2013
Other details
| Is this a recommendation for the use of a technology only in the context of research? | No |
| Is it a recommendation that suggests collection of data or the establishment of a register? | No |
| Last Reviewed | 01/09/2020 |