Migraine Prevention Questions (Page 7)

Is it safe to take amitriptyline while on levothyroxine?

Weight gain /lamotrigine does it cause a lot of weight gain and edema?

my neurologist has prescribed Lamotrigine staring at 25mgs for my daily migraines. Does it cause weight gain. I was taking memantine 15mgs for 3 months and gained 25 lbs back pain and edema of my feet and ankles . I cannot lose the weight. I have had bad reactions to all the medications that I have... read more

Migraine Prevention - Has anyone taken Botox for migraines? How has your experience been with it?

My neurologist claims in his experience, he's seen the greatest number of results compared to daily pills, but I'm sure he's getting kickbacks, too.

Nurtec ODT - Can Nurtec make you more anxious?

I have taken Nurtec for one week and feel a lot more anxiety. Has this happened to anyone else?

Can I drink apple cider vinegar with lisinopril?

Can I cut amitriptyline pills in half?

I take up to six Excedrin Migraine tablets with a glass of caffeinated soda, should I change meds?

For the past couple years, I have been using this product more than four times a week on average, to treat my migraines. Overtime, I have increased my dosage to achieve relief. I am growing scared as currently it takes sometimes as many as six to experience relief.

Topamax Withdrawal at 25 mg?

I am a 28 year old female. I was diagnosed with complex migraines 2 months ago and was prescribed 25 mg of Topamax once daily. I immediately began suffering from pretty much all the side effects! I dropped a size in clothes within 2 weeks (and I'm not overweight), I had major mood swings,... read more

How much alcohol is safe with Nortriptyline?

I know it is not suggested but I have been hesitant to drink anything while on this medicine. I'm going out with friends next weekend and would love to have a drink or two at dinner. Anyone who's taking this medicine I'd love to know your experience. Thanks!

Lamotrigine - What time of day should I take lamictal for migraine prevention?

My first day, I took it at night. My second day, I took it in the morning and felt extremely anxious and out of sorts all day. I do also have anxiety and depression, that are medicated. My migraine is chronic, and I am desperate for relief. Any advice?

I have been taking amitriptyline for 2 days now, for vestibular migraine preventative & depression.?

... How long should i expect to feel drowsy and woozy, like im floating on my feet when I walk and kind of unsteady? I get dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea & anxiety when migraines hit also. Is there anyone else going through the same thing? I feel so woozy and tired

Topamax for eating disorder (binge eating/bulimia)?

Hello everyone. This is my first post here and I really need your support and your experience. I've been suffering from eating disorder for 6 years now (1 year anorexia, 5 years binge and bulimia). I've been put on Topamax 100 mg for binge eating/bulimia and it's only one month since I started... read more

Is anyone with open-angle glaucoma currently taking Topamax for migraine prevention? I'm?

... apprehensive about starting it because of the possible side effect of closed-angle glaucoma. I have had trabeculectomy, glaucoma needle revision surgery, and cataract removal in both eyes. Have had open-angle glaucoma for 20 years. Now I have lots of floaters and some flashes in left eye after... read more

How long after injection does Emgality stay in system?

How long after injection does Emgality stay in your body? I’ve had only the first shot, but 2 weeks later I had to take my old prescription. Seems if injections are once a month, then the drug should last a month. Please help. Thanks

Missed dose of amitriptyline?

I have been taking 10mg of amitriptyline for over a year for migraine prevention. After missing doses (probably 5 doses) in November while out of the country, I noticed feelings of anxiety, shortness of breath, and chest tightness. I started taking my medicine regularly after this, and the symptoms... read more