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Does Anyone Have To Take Imetrex On A Daily Basis?
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I am to the point that I am having to take Imetrex daily just to function. I have tried to go without it but the most I can go is three days before I have to finally give in and take it. I am concerned as to what it may be doing to my heart. I take the "Reddy" brand through CVS which does not seem to work as well as the name brand. Also, each time I take an Imetrex I have to chase it with two Tylenol or Advil.

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Hi Kristyl
Sorry to hear about your challenges getting triptans. In the short term yes you can get triptans shipped to you from overseas, but it is a grey area and you have to find a willing shipper… read more

Can Someone Recommend What I Can Take For My Migraines. Advil, Tylenol, Etc Isn't Working For Me
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Omgosh, that is awful. I have read, in a neurological magazine, about migraines caused by some type of physical trauma. I hope you have a decent way of dealing with all those emotions...counseling, yoread more

Can Someone Have Medication Overuse Migraines From Too Many Imitrex Injections?
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Yes you can. My Neurologist told me that if the headache was on one side and throbbing, it was likely a migraine. If it felt like pressure in the back of your head or forehead, it was likely a… read more

I Get Vestibular Migraines Now. Last 3-4 Days. Extreme Vertigo, Dizziness, Nausea But No Pain. Treatment? Imitrex No Help
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I take anti nausea pills and anti motion sickness pills. Then I lay down in a dark room.

I Am Finding Imitrex Only Lasts About 8 Hours And Migraine Returns Even With 2nd Pill. Has Anyone Used A Longer Acting Triptan And If Effec
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My doctor has now given me Frovatriptan to try. It has a half life of 26 hours vs 3 hours for imitrex so it stays in your system all day and so should provide much longer relief. I am starting on… read more

I Am Finding The Top Of My Scalp Gets Quite Sensitive Every Time I Have A Migraine. Is Anyone Else Having Scalp Sensitivity How Doyou Treat
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I am finding Imitrex only lasts about 8 hours even with second pill. Is anyone using a longer acting triptan and how effective is it.

What Works If Imitrex Doesn’t? I Haven’t Tired Imitrex Spray. Is It More Effective Than Pills?
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Imitrex works if I take it soon enough. The last 2 times I had a migraine it didn’t work. I threw up took a second imitrex but it didn’t work.
Would the imitrex spray work better? In case I throw up aftet taking an imitrex pill.

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I used imitrex and it did wonders for me would like to get bck on them.i tried Excedrin and others but nun work.just have to schedule appt to see my doc for imitrex

Can I Take Medicine To Prevent The Vertigo Associated With Vestibular Migraine Verity No Pain?
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Severe vertigo last 2-3 days. Have had migrain s with aura and pain for 45 years. Take imitrex

What Are Some Of The Stronger Migraine Medicine Out There. I Can't Take Imitrex.
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What are some of the more stronger medicine a doctor can give you. I'm allergic to imatrex. But there gotta be something strong to get rid of these horrible things. Do what are some of the medicine you have tried and was successful with? Thank you. Any and all advice is greatly appreciated.

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Robaxin or generic name Methocarbamol

At What Number On A Scale From 1-10 Do You Rate Your “Average” Migraine Pain?
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I have read comments about migraine scales being different for everyone. I agree with that. Which left me wondering, with 1 being the lowest and 10 the highest, pain level and incapacitation. What do you consider a “average” or tolerable number on the scale? For me, at 1-3 I feel like I could throw a party, in my head😉. 3-4 is normal tolerable, allowing me to still function. 5-6 I feel anxious, cautious and usually take medication. 7-8 I’m seeking dark, quiet and bring nausea medication on… read more

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My functioning average is a 4. It’s there, I’m totally aware of it. I take Tylenol or Motrin as a wishful “ stay where you are” prevention. If it gets worse or one of my senses gets involved ie… read more