Benign Essential Tremor Syndrome
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Benign Essential Tremor Syndrome Treatment
Treatment for benign essential tremor syndrome includes:
Avoid stimulants:
Caffeine
Nicotine
Decongestants
Amphetamines
Diet pills
Medication for benign essential tremor:
Benzodiazepines
Propranolol
Atenolol
Primidone
Drink alcohol in moderation:
For men: no more than 2
alcoholic
beverages per day
For women: no more than 1
alcoholic
beverage per day
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Last Updated: Aug 13, 2008
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