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Health Encyclopedia: Multiple Sclerosis Treating The Complications
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Treating the Complications
Fatigue
Fatigue affects at least two-thirds of patients. It is among the most disabling problems in MS and is difficult to treat. Treating any problem (depression, hypothyroidism) that may be causing fatigue is important. Aerobic exercise programs scheduled early in the day have been helpful for patients who can participate. Preventing overheating can improve fatigue.
Modafinil (Provigil, Alertec) is a promising drug that promotes long-lasting wakefulness and is currently...
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A Migrainous Christmas
By Nancy Bonk , Health ExpertI am getting the feeling that this may not be a pain-free Christmas for me. Once again, I woke up... Read more »
Benzodiazepines, Are They Safe?
By Dr. Diana L Walcutt , Health Expert...Clonazepam, triazolam, lorezapam, Tranxene, Versed, diazepam, chlordiazepoxide, clorazepate,... Read more »
How to Manage MS-Related Spasticity
By Lisa Emrich , Health Expert...considered. Other oral drugs used off label include diazepam (Valium®), which is very... Read more »
Multiple Sclerosis and Alcohol --Do they Mix?
By Merely Me , Health Expert...commonly prescribed for MS. These include baclofen, diazepam, clonazepam and some... Read more »
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Epilepsy: Long-Term Treatment
...not yet wholly known.Acute tonic-clonic convulsions and convulsive status epilepticus. Intravenous diazepam, a drug known as a benzodiazepine, is the first choice. Rectal administration of... Read more »Peptic Ulcers: Medications
...interact with certain drugs, such as antiseizure agents (e.g., phenytoin), antianxiety drugs (e.g., diazepam), and blood thinners (e.g., warfarin).Long-term use of high-dose PPIs may produce... Read more »Alcoholism: Treatment for Alcohol Withdrawal
...(Paxipam) are preferred. They pose less risk for abuse than the shorter-acting drugs, which include diazepam (Valium), alprazolam (Xanax), and lorazepam (Ativan).Assessing symptoms frequently and... Read more »GERD, Acid Reflux, Heartburn Medications
...interact with certain drugs, such as antiseizure agents (e.g., phenytoin), anti-anxiety drugs (e.g., diazepam), and blood thinners (e.g., warfarin).Long-term use of high-dose PPIs may produce... Read more »Back Pain and Sciatica: Medications and Alternative Treatments
...nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and muscle relaxants such as cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril), diazepam (Valium), carisoprodol (Soma), or methocarbamol (Robaxin) are sometimes used for... Read more »Images
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...medicine for sleep or anxiety (e.g., alprazolam, diazepam, zolpidem), muscle relaxants, narcotic... Read more »
...medicine for sleep or anxiety (e.g., alprazolam, diazepam, zolpidem) muscle relaxants (e.g.,... Read more »
...medicine for sleep or anxiety (e.g., alprazolam, diazepam, zolpidem), muscle relaxants, narcotic... Read more »
...medicine for sleep or anxiety (e.g., alprazolam, diazepam, zolpidem), muscle relaxants, narcotic... Read more »
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