Fibromyalgia Treatment Antidepressant
Prevention
There is no way to prevent fibromyalgia.
Treatment
To relieve the pain of fibromyalgia, your doctor may prescribe acetaminophen (Tylenol and other brand names); aspirin or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil and others) or naproxen (Aleve); a muscle relaxant such as cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril); or an antidepressant such as amitriptyline (Elavil) or fluoxetine (Prozac). Sometimes these medicines are prescribed in combination. For example,...
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Antidepressants Help Fibromyalgia Patients
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Fibromyalgia
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Fibromyositis; Fibrositis Prevention There is no known prevention. References Abeles M, Solitar BM, Pillinger MH, Abeles AM.... Read more »
Treatment Options for Fibromyalgia
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Fibromyalgia
Goals of TreatmentBecause currently there is no known cure for fibromyalgia, treatment is aimed at managing its symptoms. The primary goals of... Read more »
Fibromyalgia
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Fibromyositis; Fibrositis Treatment The goal of treatment is to help relieve pain and other symptoms, and to help a person cope with the... Read more »
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