What medications are used to treat neurasthenia?
Disease description:
I always have trouble sleeping and experience vivid dreams. After undergoing examinations, my doctor diagnosed me with neurasthenia. What medications are available for treating neurasthenia?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Zhiqin
Medications for treating neurasthenia are mainly divided into the following categories:
1. Neuroregulatory drugs: Such as GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) and vitamin B1. These medications can regulate nerve function and are effective for mild symptoms caused by neurasthenia.
2. Chinese patent medicines for calming the nerves: Including substances like Anshen Bunaoye (Calming the Mind and Nourishing the Brain Liquid), Yangxin Anshen Pills, Jieyu Anshen Granules, Tianwang Buxin Dan (King's Heart-Nourishing Pill), and Zhusha Anshen Pills. These medications are mostly composed of herbal ingredients and have effects of calming the mind, soothing the spirit, nourishing blood, and invigorating vital energy. They are suitable for symptoms such as insomnia, frequent dreams, and palpitations caused by neurasthenia.
3. Anti-anxiety and antidepressant medications: Patients with more severe symptoms of neurasthenia may require anti-anxiety and antidepressant drugs, such as escitalopram, paroxetine hydrochloride, and sertraline hydrochloride. These medications can effectively regulate the secretion of neurotransmitters in the central nervous system and alleviate anxiety and depressive moods.
4. Sedative-hypnotic medications: If patients suffer from severe sleep disturbances, they may use sedative-hypnotic medications such as estazolam and zopiclone under a doctor's guidance to help them fall asleep and improve sleep quality.
All the above medications should be used under the guidance of a physician. Patients must not purchase or use them on their own.
