Medications for Fibromyalgia
These are drugs that have been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), meaning they have been determined to be safe and effective for use in Fibromyalgia.
Found 4 Approved Drugs for Fibromyalgia
Pregabalin
Brand Names
Pregablin, Lyrica
Pregabalin
Brand Names
Pregablin, Lyrica
Form: Tablet, Capsule, Solution
Method of administration: Oral
FDA approval date: December 30, 2004
Pregabalin capsules are indicated for: Management of neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy, Management of postherpetic neuralgia, Adjunctive therapy for the treatment of partial onset seizures in patients 17 years of age and older, Management of fibromyalgia, Management of neuropathic pain associated with spinal cord injury Pediatric use information is approved for Pfizer's LYRICA (pregabalin) Capsules and Oral Solution products. However, due to Pfizer's marketing exclusivity rights, this drug product is not labeled with that pediatric information.
Savella
Generic Name
Milnacipran
Savella
Generic Name
Milnacipran
Form: Tablet, Kit
Method of administration: Oral
FDA approval date: April 17, 2009
Classification: Serotonin and Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor
Milnacipran HCl tablets are indicated for the management of fibromyalgia. Milnacipran HCl tablets are not approved for use in pediatric patients [see Use in Specific Populations.
Cyclobenzaprine
Brand Names
Tonmya, AMRIX, Fexmid
Cyclobenzaprine
Brand Names
Tonmya, AMRIX, Fexmid
Form: Tablet, Capsule
Method of administration: Sublingual, Oral
FDA approval date: April 04, 2006
Classification: Muscle Relaxant
Cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride extended-release capsules are indicated as an adjunct to rest and physical therapy for relief of muscle spasm associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions. Improvement is manifested by relief of muscle spasm and its associated signs and symptoms, namely, pain, tenderness, and limitation of motion. Limitations of Use: Cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride extended-release capsules should be used only for short periods (up to two or three weeks) because adequate evidence of effectiveness for more prolonged use is not available and because muscle spasm associated with acute, painful musculoskeletal conditions is generally of short duration and specific therapy for longer periods is seldom warranted. Cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride extended-release capsules have not been found effective in the treatment of spasticity associated with cerebral or spinal cord disease or in children with cerebral palsy.
Fetzima
Generic Name
Levomilnacipran
Fetzima
Generic Name
Levomilnacipran
Form: Kit, Capsule
Method of administration: Oral
FDA approval date: July 25, 2013
Classification: Serotonin and Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor
Levomilnacipran is indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults. Limitation of Use : Levomilnacipran extended-release capsules are not approved for the management of fibromyalgia. The efficacy and safety of levomilnacipran extended-release capsules for the management of fibromyalgia have not been established. Levomilnacipran is a serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) indicated for the treatment of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) in adults. Limitation of Use : Levomilnacipran extended-release capsules are not approved for the management of fibromyalgia. The efficacy and safety of levomilnacipran extended-release capsules for the management of fibromyalgia have not been established.
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