“…Thus, there remains a continuing search for therapies that can control muscle spasms and rigidity without the need for prolonged deep sedation or artificial ventilation. Opioids (4,9,11,12), benzodiazepines (3-6, 9, 10), baclofen (13)(14)(15)(16)(17), dantrolene (18 -21), and propofol (22) have all been utilized in cases of severe tetanus to control muscle spasms and rigidity. However, adverse effects associated with these therapies often limit their use.…”