Efficacy of alprazolam for essential tremor.

Abstract

The effect of alprazolam on essential tremor was examined by a double-blind, placebo-controlled parallel study of 24 patients. Results indicated that patients treated with alprazolam had significant improvement in tremor. Transient mild fatigue or sedation in 50% of patients was the primary side effect. Alprazolam may provide therapeutic benefit, especially in patients who require only intermittent therapy.

• Authors: S J Huber, G W Paulson
• Journal: Neurology (Neurology) Vol. 38 Issue 2 Pg. 241-3 (Feb 1988) ISSN: 0028-3878 [Print] United States
• PMID: 3340287 (Publication Type: Clinical Trial, Controlled Clinical Trial, Journal Article)

Chemical References

• Alprazolam

Topics

• Adult
• Aged
• Alprazolam (therapeutic use)
• Female
• Humans
• Male
• Middle Aged
• Tremor (drug therapy)