Migraine Questions (Page 13)

Random period after 1 year WITH the implanon?

I had my implanon inserted around one year ago. In the last two days I have had migraines and my period just came. What is wrong??

New to Lexapro. What pain meds can I take for headache?

I have been newly prescribed Lexapro to help me deal with anxiety issues. I have not started yet and I am scared to because of side effects. My question is I do get frequent headaches/migraines. What pain medicines are safe to take while on Lexapro? I saw obuprofen and nsaids are not good.

Debilitating Nausea with Topamax.. is it just as bad with XR form, trokendi?

I am 26 y/o female and a headache/migraine sufferer for over 10 years. I was put on topamax years ago and had severe, debilitating nausea. Moving a finger or eyeball would worsen nausea. I would pretty much (figuratively speaking) be paralyzed by how bad the nausea, loss of appetite was. Over 6... read more

Nortriptyline - Has anyone experienced blurry vision as a side effect?

I have been taking on average 30mg for chronic migraine for last 5 weeks. Have 24/7 blurry vision and inable to focus.

My friend took 3 Excedrin migraine and now has jitters. Is there any way to stop them?

Trokendi XR and weight loss?

I was just put on Trokendi XR for chronic migraines, starting at 25mg for a week then up to 50mg for a week, then 75mg for a week, then 100mg until I see my doctor next. I have read that it is the same thing as Topiramate or Topamax expect Trokendi is the extended release. Regarding one of the big... read more

The safest way to wean off propranolol please?

I was put on propranolol (40mg x 2 a day) about 4 years ago for migraines I was badly suffering from for years with no luck from other medication. I also have anxiety so doctors thought it would be a double benefit. Initially I never noticed any obvious side effects but overall I just seem a bit... read more

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

Propranolol for migraine with aura?

Has any one taken this without getting side effects. I’m anxious about taking it after reading side effects?

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.

I started the Butrans Patch 3 weeks ago and keep getting migraines. Is this a sign I should stop?? A

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?

Which OTC medications are good for headaches?

Which medication should I use for migraine headaches?

Is duloxetine a fast acting drug?

I have severe neuropathy in my feet and legs am taking gabapentin but it's not enough the pain is unbearable so today my neurologist added duloxetine will I have relief tonight? How long does it take?