What to take for migraines?

NJLH

I've been getting awful headaches lately that make me nauseous. I tried generic Excedrin (the real stuff is recalled) but its not helping. Any other suggestions? I'll probably get to a dr at some point in my life. Thanks!

UsedToBeGoldie

if excedrine isn't working (the generic is just as good as the brand... and the "migraine formula" is the exact same thing as the regular)...

you can take a few advil - i need 4 (which is Rx strength) and put an ice pack on your  head. 

If that isn't working - you really need an Rx triptan med like Relpax, Imitrex, etc. 

hope you feel better. I get migraines almost daily lately and am going to get back on an preventitive med, or possibly get botox for it... migraines are hell.

 

oct11bride03

I suffered for years before I got Rx meds. I tried Imitrex (the only brand with a generic) and it made me feel horrible, like I got hit by a truck and had the flu. Every muscle hurt, even my eye lids. Apparently that's a common reaction. I had to have my doctor call in an exception for me to get Maxalt, which is expensive as hell on my plan but doesn't cause the same reaction.

Liz051405

Excedrin normally does it for me. Sometimes I have to add an additional soda in there.

A warm wet washcloth over my eyes and temples helps too. As does a hot bath.

If all else fails I get Imitrex from the doc.

 

Mc_Newlywed

UsedToBeGoldie:

if excedrine isn't working (the generic is just as good as the brand... and the "migraine formula" is the exact same thing as the regular)...

you can take a few advil - i need 4 (which is Rx strength) and put an ice pack on your  head. 

If that isn't working - you really need an Rx triptan med like Relpax, Imitrex, etc. 

I agree.  One of my techniques was to take 3-4 advil and drink a coke (or other caffeinated beverage).  If that doesn't work I also have prescription Imitrex.   Not everyone has success with caffeine though.  Some people report that it can make it worse.    

Cool compresses on your head may help.  Hydrating may help.  A dark, quiet room may help.  Sometimes a warm shower/bath (to relax muscles) will help.  

But if it's something you deal with more than once a month or if it's really interrupting your life - definitely talk to a doctor.  Migraines suck!!!  Good luck!

 

NJLH

Thanks girls. I almost bought "Advil for migraines" and noticed it looked exactly like regular advil. I may have to eventually get to a dr for some good drugs. It doesnt help being slaved around by 2 3 year olds all day!

turtle520

Excedrin Migrain and a soda & dark for at least an hour.

jennmichael

something else to try and do is track when they occur. for me it is the day before and on and off the week of my period. i now take excedrin migraine at the slightest start of a headache around that time. if i can stay ontop of the pain it is much more bearable than waiting until it is a full migraine.

also i wear sunglasses year round. i notice on bright sunny days i tend to get a migraine if i forget to where my sunglasses.

feel better

Notwifezilla7

Mc_Newlywed:

UsedToBeGoldie:

if excedrine isn't working (the generic is just as good as the brand... and the "migraine formula" is the exact same thing as the regular)...

you can take a few advil - i need 4 (which is Rx strength) and put an ice pack on your  head. 

If that isn't working - you really need an Rx triptan med like Relpax, Imitrex, etc. 

I agree.  One of my techniques was to take 3-4 advil and drink a coke (or other caffeinated beverage).  If that doesn't work I also have prescription Imitrex.   Not everyone has success with caffeine though.  Some people report that it can make it worse.    

Cool compresses on your head may help.  Hydrating may help.  A dark, quiet room may help.  Sometimes a warm shower/bath (to relax muscles) will help.  

But if it's something you deal with more than once a month or if it's really interrupting your life - definitely talk to a doctor.  Migraines suck!!!  Good luck!

 

That's what I usually do. I notice for me I get them when the weather changes abruptly, perhaps something to do with the barometer, and also if I'm stressed.