The somatostatin receptor family is a member of the G-protein-coupled receptor superfamily and consists of 5 subtypes each differentially distributed throughout the CNS and periphery. These receptors bind with high affinity to the endogenous polypeptides somatostatin-14, somatostatin-28 and cortistatin, as well as a vast array of synthetic ligands.
What medications are used in the intrathecal pump? For pain relief, the doctor may fill the pump with local anesthetics, adrenergic agonists, opioids, and other agents. The first line treatment for severe pain is morphine and hydromorphone. Other drugs used include Fentanyl and methadone. Does the intrathecal pain pump work?
These include: 1  Enteral pump - A pump used to deliver liquid nutrients and medications to a patientâs digestive tract. 2  Patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) pump - A pump used to deliver pain medication, which is equipped with a feature that allows patients to self-administer a controlled amount of medication, as needed.