Can nortriptyline be prescribed for diabetic peripheral neuropathy?

claiborne1519 · Newbie Joined: 26 Mar 2006 Posts: 1

Hello! I have diabetes and problems with peripheral neuropathy. I have problems with loosing sense in my toes and I can tell you that I cannot sleep. This is very painful for me. My doctor told me that peripheral neuropathy is most common neuropathy. He prescribed me nortriptyline. I know that this drug is tricyclic antidepressant and I doubt that it will help me. Can you tell me something more about cause of diabetic peripheral neuropathy? Thank you!

rad672 · Newbie Joined: 26 Apr 2006 Posts: 2

Hello! Unfortunately, I cannot tell you much about cause of diabetic peripheral neuropathy. We are not sure what exactly causes diabetic peripheral neuropathy. But, I can tell you that your doctor prescribed you right therapy for your condition. Nortriptyline is used to help decrease pain and help with sleep. I am sure that you will fill progress after a week or two.

alajac · Newbie Joined: 01 Jul 2008 Posts: 8

YOU MIGHT WANT TO CHECK INTO R-LIPOIC ACID.

Can nortriptyline be prescribed for diabetic peripheral neuropathy?

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