Conotoxins are used to treat severe chronic pain. They work by binding to certain places on nerves to block signals from neurotransmitters that cause the feeling of pain.
Conotoxins are used to treat severe chronic pain. They work by blocking specific calcium channels in your nerves, which helps to reduce pain signals sent to your brain. These medications are typically available in injectable forms. An example includes ziconotide (Prialt). This medication can provide relief when other pain treatments haven't worked.
ZICONOTIDE treats severe, chronic pain. It is prescribed when other pain medications have not worked or cannot be tolerated. It works by blocking pain signals in the brain.
Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.
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