Brian D. Loftus, M.D.
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Diabetic Neuropathic Pain Study

If you or someone you know suffers with painful diabetic neuropathy - an aching, burning, stabbing, or tingling sensation in the feet - you may be eligible to participate in a research study of medications commonly used to treat this condition.

Qualified participants must be:
Currently taking the medication Gabapentin which is also known under the brand name Neurontin™
Experiencing at least moderate pain in both feet
Diagnosed with Type 1 or 2 Diabetes

Participants will not be charged for study-related office visits, medical evaluations, or study medication.

For more information, email Marryann Murray or call her at 713-715-6363.

Neuropathic Pain Articles

Overview

Diabetes and Neuropathy

Narcotics for Neuropathic Pain

Post-Herpetic Neuralgia

Trigeminal Nerve (Facial) Pain

Weight and Neurological Medications

Diabetic Neuropathic Pain Research Study

Additional Research Opportunities

Medication Approved for Neuropathic Pain

Cymbalta
Lyrica
Neurontin
Tegretol and Carbatrol

Other Medications Used for Neuropathic Pain (not FDA approved for this use)
Keppra
Lamictal
Topiramate
Trileptal
Zonegran

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Web Sites of Interest

Neuropathy Association

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