The targets for analgesics.
Target | Target location | Example | Challenges |
---|---|---|---|
Opioid | CNS | Morphine | Abuse potential |
Fentanyl | |||
Inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis (NSAID) | Peripheral tissue | Aspirin | Limited efficacy |
Diclofenac | GI and CV adverse effects | ||
Loxoprofen | |||
Gabapentinoid (α2δ ligand) | CNS | Gabapentin | CNS adverse effects |
Pregabalin | |||
Mirogabalin | |||
VGSC inhibitor | PNS and CNS | Lidocaine | CNS and CV adverse effects |
Mexiletine |