Comparison of Efficacy of Duloxetine Versus Amitriptyline in Fibromyalgia Patients

Comparison of Efficacy of Duloxetine Versus Amitriptyline in Fibromyalgia Patients

ABSTRACT Objective: To compare the outcomes of Duloxetine and Amitriptyline therapy in fibromyalgia patients regarding change in Symptom Severity Scale (SSS) score and Widespread Pain Index (WPI) from baseline after three months of treatment. Methodology: This quasi-experimental study was done in t...

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Main Authors:	Saira Tahir, Obaid ur Rehman, Aliena Badshah, Durkho Atif, Muhammad Muddasser Khan Panezai, Alam Zeb
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Aziz Fatimah Medical and Dental College 2024-12-01
Series:	Journal of Aziz Fatimah Medical and Dental College
Subjects:	Amitriptyline, Duloxetine, Fibromyalgia Symptom Severity Scale Widespread Pain Index
Online Access:	https://journal.afmdc.edu.pk/index.php/AFMDC/article/view/280
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