Dr Advait Kulkarni (Neurologist in Bengaluru) What are the Treatment Options for Drug-Induced Neuropathy? Drug-induced neuropathy though uncomfortable and debilitating, is not life-threatening. Symptoms usually go away when the toxic drugs are changed or discontinued or if the dosage is reduced according to the doctor’s advice. Treatment however is based on the severity of symptoms and may include the following: • Reducing the dose of the causative drug that induces neuropathy • Substituting a less toxic medication • Pain caused due to neuropathy can be treated with two types of medications - anti-depressants and anti-seizure medications; they can be used individually or in combination. At times, the side effects of these medications can be worse than the neuropathy symptoms. Hence, it is important for the physician to evaluate the course of medication for each patient • Morphine, an opiate pain reliever may need to be prescribed to control severe pain • The healthcare provider may advise use of special shoes or footwear