Sciatica is a symptom complex that accompanies sciatica nerve inflammation involved in the regulation of the lower limb, its motor activity and sensitivity, as well as the work of the pelvic organs. In sciatica, patients usually complain of paroxysmal burning or drawing pains, spreading down from the waist, over the back of the thigh to the fingertips. Gradually, there is a violation of the sensitivity of the foot, weakening the tone of the muscles and restricting the functioning of the joints. Consider what kind of medication is prescribed for sciatica sciatica nerve.
Medical treatment of sciatica
The medical treatment of sciatica is aimed at eliminating the symptoms and in most cases is not able to completely eliminate the pathology, therefore it is prescribed in conjunction with other therapeutic methods (physiotherapy, surgery, therapeutic exercises, massage, acupuncture, etc.). It is also worth noting that not all cases, even if the pain has risen in the back, requires medical treatment for sciatica. This explains the need for a doctor's examination before starting therapy.
The main medicines prescribed in the medical treatment of sciatica (as well as lumbago with sciatica) are:
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents of systemic action in forms for injection or oral administration, as well as in the form of rectal suppositories (Ibuprofen, Diclofenac, Indomethacin, Nimesulide, Celecoxib, etc.) - to stop inflammation and reduce pain.
- Local non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in the form of ointments, creams, gels that are applied to the skin in the area of pain localization ( Diclofenac , Ibuprofen, Indomethacin, etc.).
- Vitamins of group B (intramuscularly or orally) - promote the normalization of the functions of the nervous system, improve metabolic processes.
- Steroid drugs for oral or injection (Dexamethasone, Methylprednisone, Prednisone, etc.) - are prescribed by a short course for the removal of inflammation with the inefficiency of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
- Muscle relaxants of central action (Midokalm, Sirdalud, Baclofen, etc.) - contribute to the relief of muscle spasm in the zone of the inflammatory process and the removal of pain.
- Narcotic painkillers (Morphine, Tramadol , etc.) - are prescribed in severe cases to eliminate severe pain.