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Fibromyalgia

Treatment Options

There is no known cure for Fibromyalgia. However, the medications that reduce the symptoms of Fibromyalgia include:

1. Antidepressants: Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs) such as Amitriptyline, Nortriptyline and duloxetine help in raising the norepinephrine levels in the brain, improving the quality of sleep in the affected individuals. They also help in relaxation of painful muscles and heighten the effects of endorphin (The body’s natural painkiller). The Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) such as Fluoxetine, Paraxetine and Sertraline alsao act as antidepressants increasing the Serotonin levels in brain and reducing fatigue and possible pain due to Fibromyalgia. Generally SSRIs are prescribed along with TCAs.

2. Analgesics: Analgesics such as Tramadol and Acetaminophen are prescribed to alleviate pain in patients suffering from Fibromyalgia.

3. Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs): NSAIDs such as Aspirin, Ibuprofen and Naproxen Sodium are prescribed for their pain relieving affects. They also help ease muscle aches, menstrual cramps and headaches associated with Fibromyalgia.

4. Muscle relaxant Cyclobezaprine has been found to useful in treatment of Fibromyalgia.

5. Other Medications: Benzodaizepines and Diazepam help in relaxation of painful muscles and improve sleep. Tegaserod and Alosetron are useful in treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) (6), (7) & (9)

Article by Kona Vishnu, MS
Medical Writer,
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