Effect of pregabalin for the treatment of chronic refractory cough: A case report

Abstract

Rationale:Chronic refractory cough (CRC) is a common clinical problem which is more likely associated with some physical problems. Although many patients have received satisfactory treatment, there were still many patients suffered from long-term cough symptoms after standardized treatment.Patient concerns:A patient suffered from postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) and also he complained CRC for more than 20 years.Diagnosis:The patient was diagnosed with PHN and CRC.Interventions:Pregabalin was originally administered to treat PHN.Outcomes:pregabalin not only alleviated her pain of PHN but also relieved chronic cough.Lessons:This report demonstrated the surprising effect of pregabalin on the treatment of CRC.