Typical over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers, like acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil), aren’t very effective for nerve pain, and most people will need prescription-strength medications.

Gabapentin, which is used to treat seizures, nerve pain and restless leg syndrome might be linked with increased risk of ...

The anti-seizure drug is used to treat epilepsy, nerve pain after shingles and restless legs syndrome by affecting chemical messengers in the brain and nerves.

Nerve pain, also known as neuropathy, ... Most conventional approaches to managing nerve pain, including prescription drugs like gabapentin or antidepressants, aim to numb the discomfort.