Tinnitus refers to a medical problem in there is a sensation of sound in the ears. The Mayo Clinic says that this sound can be a buzzing, ringing, roaring, hissing or clicking. It says that its risk factors include being male, Caucasian, being exposed to loud noises and having post traumatic stress disorder. Drugs that help tinnitus are available.
Nortriptyline
Nortriptyline, commonly sold as Pamelor or Aventyl HCl, is a tricyclic antidepressant that treats the severe form of tinnitus, says the Mayo Clinic. It belongs to a group of medications known as tricyclic antidepressants. Drugs.com says that nortriptyline's less serious side effects constipation, diarrhea, weakness, a lack of coordination, dry mouth and weight changes. In some instances, nortriptyline leads to a skin rash, stomach pain and a poor appetite. This drug's serious effects include a fast or pounding heartbeat, headache, confusion, tremors, fainting or lightheadedness. Easy bleeding or bruising, weakness, decreased urination and speech or balance problems. Notify a physician if nortriptyline leads to these effects. Nortriptyline is a tablet taken daily or as prescribed.
Alprazolam
Alprazolam, commonly sold as Niravam, is a medication that helps reduce tinnitus symptoms. Drugs.com says that it is a benzodiazepine medication that also treats anxiety disorders and panic disorders. Some of alprazolam's less serious side effects include trouble sleeping, vomiting, nausea, increased sweating, blurry vision and muscle weakness. Sometimes, this medication leads to slurred speech, difficulty concentrating and irritability. Alprazolam's serious effects include fainting, seizures, yellowing of the skin or eyes, hallucinations, agitation, depression and hyperactivity. Phone a doctor when alprazolam leads to these effects. This drug is a tablet taken daily or as indicated.
Acamprosate
Acamprosate, commonly sold as Campral, is another medication that reduces tinnitus. MedlinePlus, a website of the National Institutes of Health, indicates that acamprosate typically treats alcoholism and prevents withdrawal symptoms. Acamprosate's less serious side effects include dry mouth, dizziness, a poor appetite, gas, diarrhea, weakness and itching. Acamprosate's serious effects include a rash and tingling, burning or numbness of the feet, hands, legs or arms. Phone a doctor when acamprosate's effects develop. Acamprosate is a tablet taken three times daily or as prescribed.
