metoprolol has been researched along with Tension-Type Headache in 2 studies
Metoprolol: A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS.
metoprolol : A propanolamine that is 1-(propan-2-ylamino)propan-2-ol substituted by a 4-(2-methoxyethyl)phenoxy group at position 1.
Tension-Type Headache: A common primary headache disorder, characterized by a dull, non-pulsatile, diffuse, band-like (or vice-like) PAIN of mild to moderate intensity in the HEAD; SCALP; or NECK. The subtypes are classified by frequency and severity of symptoms. There is no clear cause even though it has been associated with MUSCLE CONTRACTION and stress. (International Classification of Headache Disorders, 2nd ed. Cephalalgia 2004: suppl 1)
| Excerpt | Relevance | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| " For the acute treatment of migraine attacks or tension-type headache, ibuprofen (10 mg per kg body weight) or acetaminophen (15 mg per kg body weight) are recommended with highest evidence, intranasal sumatriptan (10 to 20 mg) can be given as second choice." | 4.81 | [Treatment of idiopathic headache in childhood - recommendations of the German Migraine and Headache Society (DMKG)]. ( Evers, S; Gerber, WD; Naumann, E; Pothmann, R; Uberall, M, 2002) |
| "The treatment of headache is usually successful and thus highly rewarding for physicians of all medical specialties." | 2.58 | Hints on Diagnosing and Treating Headache. ( May, A, 2018) |
| Timeframe | Studies, this research(%) | All Research% |
|---|---|---|
| pre-1990 | 0 (0.00) | 18.7374 |
| 1990's | 0 (0.00) | 18.2507 |
| 2000's | 1 (50.00) | 29.6817 |
| 2010's | 1 (50.00) | 24.3611 |
| 2020's | 0 (0.00) | 2.80 |
| Authors | Studies |
|---|---|
| May, A | 1 |
| Evers, S | 1 |
| Pothmann, R | 1 |
| Uberall, M | 1 |
| Naumann, E | 1 |
| Gerber, WD | 1 |
2 reviews available for metoprolol and Tension-Type Headache
| Article | Year |
|---|---|
Hints on Diagnosing and Treating Headache.
Topics: Amitriptyline; Analgesics, Non-Narcotic; Antihypertensive Agents; Headache; Humans; Metoprolol; Migr | 2018 |
[Treatment of idiopathic headache in childhood - recommendations of the German Migraine and Headache Society (DMKG)].
Topics: Acetaminophen; Adrenergic beta-Antagonists; Age Factors; Analgesics, Non-Narcotic; Biofeedback, Psyc | 2002 |