The medications used for palliative care are based on an individual's specific needs and conditions. You are encouraged to seek a consultation with an Interventional Pain Management Specialist who has expertise in palliative care.

My scope of practice is in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, so I am not current on the type of regimen of pain medication used for palliative care. That would be a question for a palliative care provider.

Hi,

There are many medications used in palliative care. These medications include categories such as muscle relaxers, opioids, nerve medication, anti-inflammatories, and topical medications. Most commonly patients are on opioids for pain relief and nerve medication such as gabapentin or Lyrica.