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Health Encyclopedia: Headaches: Tension Medications

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The standard treatments for tension-type headaches are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin and ibuprofen, and tricyclic antidepressants, usually amitriptyline (Elavil, Endep). A number of investigational drugs, such as botulinum toxin (Botox), tizanidine (Zanaflex), and nitric synthase inhibitors are showing promise.

Pain Relievers for Mild to Moderate Headache Episodes

Several pain relievers are helpful for mild to moderate headaches. They should not be used t...

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Expert & Community Posts

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Can Xanax and Klonopin Help Treat Depression and Panic Disorder?
By Chris Ballas, M.D. , Health Expert

...chronic depression and panic disorder.  Can Xanax and Klonopin help?  Have other people... Read more »

Health Guide

Anxiety Disorders: Medications
...cases by SSRIs and by newer antidepressants. Benzodiazepines include:Alprazolam (Xanax) and clonazepam (Klonopin) are effective for panic disorder, some phobias, and generalized anxiety disorder.... Read more »
Restless Legs Syndrome and Related Disorders: Medications
...have been taken, the worse the withdrawal symptoms.BenzodiazepinesBenzodiazepines, such as clonazepam (Klonopin), are commonly called sedative hypnotics and are used for insomnia and anxiety. They... Read more »
Insomnia: Medications
...prescribed benzodiazepines include:Long acting benzodiazepines include flurazepam (Dalmane) and clonazepam (Klonopin), quazepam (Doral).Medium- to short-acting benzodiazepines include triazolam... Read more »
Bipolar Disorder Treatment
...generally used on a long-term basis for treating bipolar disorder.Benzodiazepines, such as clonazepam (Klonopin) or lorazepam (Ativan), are anti-anxiety drugs that may be particularly beneficial... Read more »
Epilepsy: Medications
...children without causing serious or permanent side effects.Clonazepam and Similar DrugsClonazepam (Klonopin) is recommended for myoclonic and atonic seizures that cannot be controlled by other... Read more »

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