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Zonisamide for essential tremor.

Author: BrunoElisa, ColosimoCarlo, FilippiniGraziella, NicolettiAlessandra, QuattrocchiGraziella, ZappiaMario

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Overview

This abstract discusses the treatment of essential tremor (ET), highlighting the potential of zonisamide as a treatment alternative. The abstract acknowledges the limitations of current treatments, primidone and propranolol, and explores the need for further research on the efficacy and safety of zonisamide for ET.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Essential tremor (ET) is one of the most common movement disorders. The treatment is primarily based on pharmacological agents. Although primidone and propranolol are well established treatments in clinical practice, they can be ineffective in 25% to 55% of patients, and can produce serious adverse ...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6483684/

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Zonisamide: A Potential Solution for Essential Tremor

Essential tremor, a movement disorder that can disrupt daily life, is like a relentless desert wind that shakes and rattles everything in its path. This research investigates the potential of zonisamide as a treatment for essential tremor (ET). It's like searching for a way to calm the winds and create a sense of stability in a volatile environment.

Exploring Alternatives for Essential Tremor

The study acknowledges that while traditional treatments like primidone and propranolol are effective for many, they don't work for everyone. It's like finding two paths through the desert, but one may be too rugged or dangerous for some travelers. Zonisamide, with its potential for treating ET, could offer a new route to relief for those who haven't found success with other options.

Finding Relief from Tremors

For individuals living with essential tremor, this research could provide a ray of hope. It's like discovering a hidden oasis, offering a chance for respite from the relentless shaking. The study suggests that zonisamide may be a valuable alternative for those seeking relief from essential tremor, though more research is needed to fully understand its efficacy and safety.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

Zonisamide shows potential for treating essential tremor. It's like finding a new way to anchor yourself in the desert, creating a sense of stability and balance amidst the shifting sands.
Date :
  1. Date Completed 2017-09-20
  2. Date Revised 2022-07-16
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

28836659

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC6483684

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