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I Have Taken Most Of The Migraine Medicines. To No Help

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September 30
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I'm sorry to hear that you've had difficulty finding effective migraine relief. Here are some common treatments for chronic migraines that you might discuss with your doctor:

1. Pain Relievers
- Over-the-counter (OTC) options like ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen sodium (Aleve), and acetaminophen (Tylenol).
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I'm sorry to hear that you've had difficulty finding effective migraine relief. Here are some common treatments for chronic migraines that you might discuss with your doctor:

1. Pain Relievers:
- Over-the-counter (OTC) options like ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen sodium (Aleve), and acetaminophen (Tylenol).
- Combination medications like Excedrin Migraine, which includes aspirin and caffeine.

2. Prescription NSAIDs:
- Celecoxib (Celebrex)
- Diclofenac (Voltaren)
- Indomethacin (Indocin)
- Higher-dosage formulations of naproxen (Naprosyn, Anaprox, Flanax, Naprelan)

3. Triptans:
- Medications like Imitrex (Sumatriptan) for acute treatment.

4. Preventive Treatments:
- Blood Pressure Medications: Often used to prevent migraines.
- Anticonvulsants: Medications for seizures that can reduce migraine frequency.
- Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs): Amitriptyline, Nortriptyline, Imipramine, Doxepin.

5. Nondrug Treatments:
- Botox Injections: Approved by the FDA for chronic migraine prevention.
- Nerve Block Injections: Other techniques to block nerve signals.

6. Lifestyle Adjustments:
- Meditation and mindfulness practices have shown some effectiveness in reducing migraine frequency.

It's important to follow your doctor's treatment instructions and discuss any new or ongoing symptoms with them. They can help tailor a treatment plan that might work better for you.

September 30

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