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A member asked:
Are ssris as helpful as nortriptyline for nonstop tension headaches?norepinephrine seems undesirable given i have ptsd& some vasoconstriction problems
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Technically no: The Tricyclic antidepressants appear to be more effective than SSRI's in treating chronic headache. There are other options - such as doxepin, gabapentin tizanidine, and others. Talk to your doctor about your concerns and see if you can come up with a treatment plan that has an acceptable side effect profile. Hope that helps!
Answered 11/11/2015
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