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Advil is an over-the-counter medication used to treat pain, fever, and inflammation. It is also known as Ibuprofen (the name of the drug) and Motrin (an additional brand name). Stronger doses of Advil are… read more
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Zanaflex is a prescription medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating muscle spasms. Zanaflex is also available as a generic under its drug name, Tizanidine. In cases of… read more
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Tylenol, also known by its drug name, Acetaminophen, is an over-the-counter medication used to relieve pain and fever.
Tylenol should be used with caution by people who have a history of liver problems or… read more
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Soma is a prescription medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1959 for the treatment of painful muscular and skeletal problems. The drug name of Soma is Carisoprodol. In cases of… read more
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Ultram is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to manage moderate to moderately severe pain in adults. Ultram is also known by its drug name, Tramadol.
Ultram is an opioid,… read more
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Savella is a prescription medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2009 for the treatment of fibromyalgia. The drug name of Savella is Milnacipran. Savella is not a cure for… read more
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Paxil is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1996 to treat depression, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. In people with fibromyalgia, Paxil can help… read more
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Trintellix is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat major depressive disorder. Trintellix may be referred to by its drug name, Vortioxetine. Trintellix was previously… read more
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Prozac is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1987 to treat depression. In people with fibromyalgia, Prozac can help improve mood and reduce fatigue. Prozac may also help… read more
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Neurontin is a prescription medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1993 for the treatment of seizures. The drug name of Neurontin is Gabapentin. In people with fibromyalgia, Neurontin… read more