Fibromyalgia

Calcium-channel modulator for neuropathic pain and generalised anxiety — sedation and dizziness common.

Brands: Lyrica (pregabalin), Pregabalin (generic)

SA strengths: 25 mg capsule · 75 mg capsule · 150 mg capsule · 300 mg capsule

Typical dosing: Often titrated 75 mg BD to 150–300 mg BD for pain/anxiety per tolerability.

SNRI licensed for depression, anxiety, and neuropathic pain indications.

Brands: Cymbalta (duloxetine)

SA strengths: 30 mg capsule · 60 mg capsule

Typical dosing: Commonly 60 mg daily for depression; fibromyalgia/pain regimens per script.

Tricyclic antidepressant — low doses often used for nerve pain, migraine prevention, or sleep.

Brands: Amitriptyline, Trepiline (amitriptyline), Trepiline (low-dose amitriptyline), Elavil (amitriptyline)

SA strengths: 10 mg tablet · 25 mg tablet · 50 mg tablet

Typical dosing: Pain/sleep: 10–25 mg nocte; depression: higher divided doses under supervision.

Weak opioid analgesic — seizure risk with SSRIs/SNRIs; sedation affects safety-critical work.

Brands: Tramadol, Tramal (tramadol)

SA strengths: 50 mg capsule · 100 mg SR tablet

Typical dosing: Often 50–100 mg qid PRN or SR 100–200 mg BD — max daily dose per insert.

Prescribed rehabilitation for pain, injury, and mobility restoration.

Session formats: 30 min session · 45 min session · 60 min session

Typical plan: Usually 30–60 min sessions weekly to thrice weekly per referral.

Structured talking therapy (e.g. CBT) for mental health and adjustment.

Session formats: 50 min session · 60 min session

Typical plan: Typically 50–60 min weekly or fortnightly sessions.

Functional rehabilitation — workplace pacing, ergonomics, ADL retraining.

Session formats: 45 min session · 60 min session

Typical plan: 45–60 min sessions per treating plan.