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Sciatica (lumbar radiculopathy) - Management
Anti-emetics: adjunct to strong opioid
Age from 18 years onwards
Haloperidol tablets: 1.5mg at night and when required
Haloperidol 1.5mg tablets
Take one tablet at night AND when required to relieve nausea and vomiting.
Supply 14 tablets.
Age from 20 years onwards
Metoclopramide 10mg three times a day
Metoclopramide 10mg tablets
Take one tablet up to three times a day when required for sickness.
Supply 56 tablets.
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