I do not have migraines. I occasional have throbbing headaches. Which is better?
Doctor wants me to take escitalopram or diivalprox. I am 90 years old
Question posted by Chollagal on 15 March 2021
Last updated on 16 March 2021
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WildcatVet
15 March 2021
These two drugs can be prescribed for several purposes and differ in their mode of action. Is she/he treating you for depression?
WildcatVet
15 March 2021
Divalproex sodium is also prescribed as a mood stabilizer alone or in combination with an antidepressant for depression/mood swings.
grlewycky
15 March 2021
Neither medication makes sense. One is for depression and the other is for seizures.
Try finding a neurologist specializing in migraines, in the meantime try taking these at bedtime
-400mg Vitamin B2
-400mg Magnesium
I take Nurtec 75mg just recently; before I was taking Flurbifrofen 100mg for my morning migraines ( 2 x day)
Good luck
TyreseTl
16 March 2021
Magnesium Glycinate is a good form for migraines.
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