How To Treat Moyamoya Syndrome

Calcium Channel Blockers

Calcium channel blockers are medications that help lower blood pressure by widening blood vessels. This kind of medication is sometimes used to treat patients with Moyamoya syndrome by helping dilate the narrowed blood vessels caused by the disease. Calcium channel blockers are also known as calcium antagonists and have been used successfully to reduce the risk of strokes, mini-strokes, and other symptoms associated with these conditions. Nicardipine and verapamil are two well known and effective medications in this category. These medications may also help with the severe headaches some patients experience throughout their illness.

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