Gabapentin for Uremic Pruritus in Hemodialysis Patients: A Qualitative Systematic Review
Purpose of the review: Uremic pruritus (UP) is a common discomfort of dialysis-dependent end-stage renal disease. Some studies suggest a neuropathic cause of UP. Gabapentin, an anticonvulsant, has shown promising results as an emerging drug to treat this condition. Objective: An updated qualitative...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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SAGE Publishing
2016-03-01
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| Series: | Canadian Journal of Kidney Health and Disease |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s40697-016-0107-8 |