Nervous system disorders
Bell's palsy
About Bell's palsy
Bell's palsy is the most common cause of facial paralysis. It usually affects just one side of the face.
Symptoms of Bell's palsy
- Sudden facial paralysis, usually on one side of your face
- Twitching
- Weakness
- Drooping eyelid or corner of mouth
- Drooling
- Dry eye or mouth
- Excessive tearing in the eye
- Impaired sense of taste
All Medications for Bell's palsy
- Deltasone(prednisone)Prescription only
Deltasone (prednisone) is effective for controlling allergic reactions and conditions involving an overactive immune system. It can quickly make you feel better, but Deltasone (prednisone) can cause serious complications and side effects if taken for a long time.
- Available dosage forms:
- Pill
- Delayed release pill
- Liquid
- Zovirax(Acyclovir)Prescription only
Zovirax (Acyclovir) is good for treating viral infections like herpes, chickenpox, and shingles. It won't cure the disease, but it'll shorten the length of a breakout.
Was it worth it?Review it- Available dosage forms:
- Pill
- Oral suspension
- Dissolving tablet extended release
- Cream, gel, or ointment
- Valtrex(Valacyclovir)Prescription only
Valtrex (Valacyclovir) is a first choice treatment for herpes, chickenpox, and shingles. It won't cure the disease, but it'll control the signs and symptoms of an outbreak.
Was it worth it?Review it- Available dosage forms:
- Pill
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