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Long Term Tension Headache Blurred Vision
Medications
The standard treatments for tension-type headaches are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin and ibuprofen, and tricyclic antidepressants, usually amitriptyline (Elavil).
Due to the risks of overuse and dependence, opoids, opoid-like drugs, and sedative hypnotics are not recommended for treatment of tension-type headaches.
Pain Relievers
Several pain relievers are helpful for mild-to-moderate headaches. They cannot prevent headaches, however.
Nonsteroidal...
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