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What medication should be taken for finger numbness caused by shoulder periarthritis?

May 13, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lin Yunfei
Introduction
Finger numbness caused by shoulder periarthritis can be treated with medications such as mecobalamin tablets, Shujin Huoxue tablets, and eperisone hydrochloride tablets under a doctor's guidance, and relevant principles should be followed during medication. In addition to the above drugs, other medications like Dahuoluo pills, Jingshu granules, and vitamin B1 tablets may also be used. Patients with severe conditions should seek timely medical treatment and strengthen limb care.

Brachial plexus neuritis-induced finger numbness can be treated with medications such as mecobalamin tablets, Shujin Huoxue tablets, and eperisone hydrochloride tablets under a doctor's guidance. Relevant principles should be followed during medication use. Specific analysis is as follows:

1. Mecobalamin Tablets

The main active ingredient in this medication is mecobalamin, which is suitable for treating peripheral neuropathy and can also improve limb numbness caused by shoulder periarthritis, helping to control disease progression. Overdose may easily lead to adverse reactions such as loss of appetite, nausea, and vomiting.

2. Shujin Huoxue Tablets

Shujin Huoxue tablet is a traditional Chinese medicine composed of ingredients including Carthamus tinctorius (Honghua), vinegar-processed Cyperus rotundus (Cu Xiangfu), and calcined Cibotium barometz (Tang Gouji). It has the effects of relaxing tendons, activating blood circulation, and resolving blood stasis. It is used to treat conditions such as musculoskeletal pain and limb stiffness, and can help control disease progression in patients with shoulder periarthritis. Pregnant women should avoid taking this medication.

3. Eperisone Hydrochloride Tablets

This medication belongs to central muscle relaxants and is used to improve muscle tension caused by shoulder periarthritis or neck, back, shoulder, and arm syndrome. Appropriate use can reduce symptoms such as limb numbness. Some patients may experience adverse reactions such as rash or itching after taking the drug; those with severe reactions should discontinue the medication promptly.

In addition to the above medications, other drugs such as Dahuoluo Pills, Jingshu Granules, and vitamin B1 tablets may also be used for treatment. Patients with severe conditions should seek timely medical care and strengthen limb care.

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