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Tricyclic antidepressants to relieve pain

Your doctor has prescribed a tricyclic antidepressant for you. The purpose of this treatment is to relieve pain caused, among other things, by a damaged nerve (e.g. sensation of burning or shock, sharp pains).

Treatments and surgical operations , Pain Management Centre, Drugs

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Tricyclic antidepressants to relieve pain

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Insomnia

Returning home after taking an analgesic (opioid)

Injecting yourself with medication to produce more white blood cells

Long-Acting Opioid to Relieve Pain