is there any medicine for migraine?
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Yes there are several good ones. Midrin for me is a life saver. Others respond well to Imitrix. \n\nAll migraine treatment starts at catching it BEFORE it becomes a full blown migraine. All migraine suffers have what are called triggers. These triggers vary from person to person. Normally it is a combination of triggers which causes the migraine to start. For some it's a smell, lack of sleep is a common one. Caffine or the lack of is another. If you are addicted to caffine (like I am :) ) then not getting enough caffine combined with another cause can be enough to trigger a migraine. \n\nSo start finding your triggers. At the first sign of a headache start with extra strength asperin or ibuprofin. Remove the triggers. For example if lack of sleep is a trigger and you are getting the warning signs of a migraine get some sleep. Get to a cool dark area. Many people like it quiet as well. Sound was never one of my problems with a migraine but the light from a VCR during a migraine would be like a spotlight in the eyes to me. Anyway other things that often help is a cool shower, ice packs, rest and caffine. \n\nIf you can beat it there in a couple hours or when you wake up you'll feel fine. The best migraine medicine can do is make it livable and help you sleep it off. Migraine medicine isn;t like taking an asperin and the headache is gone. It only takes the edge off. Takes the pain down to something managable. Best to kill it before it starts if you can.\n\n---------Added after reading other responses--------\nExcedrin migraine and Excedrin extra strength are the exact same thing.  Most migraine sufferers can eat a whole bottle of those things and feel no noticable relief once a migraine has started. In fact a common problem with migraine sufferers using over the counter meds is liver damage from taking far too many asperin or similer meds.
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I am a long standing sufferer of migraines and what u describe certainly sounds like one (but go to see your doctor to get it checked out). There are a number of prescriptions you can have but i have recently seen a neurologist and he has suggested pure oxygen. 5 minutes of pure oxygen apparently gets rid of the migraine. I am yet to try it but thought id pass this info on. You can buy oxygen in canisters online. very popular for hangovers aswell. chocolate/alcohol and stress are the main factors for my migraines which i now try to avoid. hope this info is of help to you.
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I have suffered from migraine headaches all my life and threw pain killers away years ago!  I use Imitrex (or Relpax, Maxhalt, Frova are some of the others). They are vasodilators, not pain killers. They work in about 20 minutes and usually don't cause dizziness or such side effects.  They changed my life!  Headache gone!  Ask your doctor. If you don't have prescription coverage, he can give you samples, cause the drug reps give out tons of samples.  Good luck.
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Lots of migraines are caused by irregular blood flow to the brain, caused by a variety of things. Excedrin migraine can help because it's 3 ingredients all do something to correct the problem: Caffeine is a vasoconstrictor and stimulant, Aspirin is a blood thinner and pain reliever, Tylenol is a pain reliever. \n\nA cup of coffee does the same thing as caffeine. A nice hot bath can help dilate blood vessels and increase relaxation and the steam does good things, too. Similarly a nice shoulder/neck massage can help relax muscles and blood vessels and provide some quick relief. Be sure to rub the base of the skull and around the temples.\n\nIf the above isn't working, you should try to avoid triggers. Some people have food allergies that can cause migraines. Some are triggered by inability to regulate body temperature (you've been exercising, and now it's time to cool off, but your body doesn't slow down like it's supposed to and you get a migraine). Some are triggered by bright or flashing lights. Some things you might avoid include chocolate, caffeine, and food dyes (red 40 and yellow 5). \n\nYour wife would do well to talk to a doctor (neurologist if possible, GP in a pinch). There are several prescription drugs for quick relief after a migraine starts, ask about Imitrex and Zomig. Both are available in pill, injection, and nasal sprays and start to work in less than 5 minutes (except for the pills, which takes about 40).\n\nHope that helps and good luck,\nOdd
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Headaches in general have tens of thousands of problems.  Many migraines have multiple causes.  For non-invasive treatments and alternatives to prescription drugs, see a Chiropractor who performs holistic or natural-based medicine.  With a proper work-up, the doctor can then suggest therapeutic interventions to possibly include spinal adjustments, strengthening and stabalization exercises, vitamin or herbal treatment, finding environmental or food allergies, and even as mentioned in a previous answer possibly detoxification.  Remember, there are so many causes of headaches that most of the time there is no "magic bullet" that cures the headaches.  But control and decreasing symptoms to increase normal activities of daily living is attainable.
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Mayo Clinic:\nhttp://www.mayoclinic.com/health/migraine-headache/DS00120\nThis one is really good, too:\nhttp://headaches.about.com/About_Headaches_Migraines.htm
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As far as homeopathic/natural things go-- I found that feverfew tea (or now I think they have tablets) was a natural ingredient that helped migraines.  I didn't like the tea, so this one didn't work that great for me.\n\nWhat really helped me, was to up my intake of B vitamins/niacin.  That did help me prevent/get ride of a significant number of migraines.\n\nGood luck-- I know they are pretty miserable.
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Zomig is one of the newer medications used for migraines. Imitrex and Maxalt are two others.\n\nThey are a class of medications called 5HT receptor agonists which are serotonin receptors.
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Migraine.\n\nInstead it could be Diabetic related or it could be caused by sleep apnea, a head injury, or many other things get to a doctor and get checked!\n\nAlso if it truly is a migraine here is a little info you should be aware of Excedrin migraine is the same a Excedrin don't fall for their marketing gimmick.\n\nRead the ingredients on the boxes at the store or at their web site: http://www.excedrin.com\n\nhttp://www.excedrin.com/products/es_pl.html\n\nExtra Strength Excedrin®\nProduct Information\n\n Drug Facts \n  \n Active ingredients (in each caplet) Purposes \nAcetaminophen 250 mg Pain reliever \nAspirin 250 mg Pain reliever \nCaffeine 65 mg Pain reliever aid \n\nhttp://www.excedrin.com/products/migraine_pl.html\n\nExcedrin® Migraine \nProduct Information\n\n Drug Facts \n  \nActive ingredients (in each tablet) Purposes \nAcetaminophen 250 mg Pain reliever \nAspirin 250 mg Pain reliever \nCaffeine 65 mg Pain reliever aid \n \nEXACT same ingredients just the bottle, box and packaging are different.\n\nDon't fall for this scam! Buy which ever is cheaper or a store brand\n\nAcetaminophen is the "generic" name for Tylenol (pain reliever)\nAspirin helps improve circulation, helping any headache.\nCaffeine is supposed to be helpful in "treating" or relieving migraines.\n\nRead this info and use what sounds best for you, but most importantly go see a doctor!
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I suggest you get a High Density Negative Ion Generator.They are good for migraines and a lot of other things.I Tried the model (IG-133) and you would not believe how much better I feel in every way including migraines.I used to have migraines every day and after sleeping with one beside my bed about 3 to 5 feet from my head I no longer have migraines.They are really good.Check out the website below for more information on what they are good for and to purchase one.I think you will be pleasently surprised.There are also several other sites and to find them just type (negative ion generators)in Yahoo Search.There are cheap negative ion generators out there but don't waste your money on them because they don't put out enough negative ions and some put out ozone too,which you don't want.You need one that puts out at least in the millions.They are called High Density Negative Ion Generators.They cost around $150.00.I think everyone should own at least one.
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EXCEDRIN MIGRAINE. Two of these will get rid of a headache that is so bad you think you have an anuerysm(sp.).
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Excedrin Migraine.  I have suffered with migraines since I was in the Fifth grade.  And I have tried everything from prescription shots to eating icecream quickly.  The best I have found it the Excedrin.  I take three and in an hour or less I am back at it.
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Ask your dr. There are migraine meds & chronic pain relievers available by prescription.
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It depends on what is causing the headaches.\n\nI think a lot of migraines stem from sinus problems.  Try flushing your sinuses with a lukewarm saline rinse.  Also, try tiger balm under your eyes and nose while standing in a steamy shower.  Open up those sinuses!\n\nYou might want to check your diet and activities.  Smoking, alcohol, and caffeine withdrawel is notorious for setting off migraines.\n\nI would seriously recommend keeping a migraine diary.  Record every time you have a migraine.  Also record such things as the pollen count, barometric pressure and what you ate that day.  I know it sounds tedious... but it is an excellent way to start to track down alternative causes.\n\nGood luck!
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I have the secret!!!!! My friend who uses and is a sales Rep for Topamax passed it on to me. Eat something with potassium. I use Topamax and used to get the tingling fingers and toes. Eat a banana or drink juice with potassium, like orange, banana, pinapple... \nI've actually timed it and the juice seems to take effect about 20 seconds faster than the banana, but a banana is handy in the car!\nIts amazing what we do to keep these migraines at bay!!
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Migraine: Natural Treatment \nI've collected a few suggestions that are reported to be helpful for migraines:\n\nCayenne Pepper:\n\nTaking cayenne inside the nose helps to open up the blood vessels. This enables the blood to get nutrients to all parts of the brain. Warning - this can burn a bit, so keep the grains of cayenne down to as few as possible.\n\nTo stop a migraine follow these simple steps:\n\nOpen the capsule and dip the flat end of a dry toothpick into the cayenne to pick up 3-4 grains. \nBlock one nostril and gently put cayenne up the other nostril. \nSniff deeply 3-4 times until you feel the flecks of pepper in your throat. (If you don't feel this, do it again). \nOnce you feel the warmth in your throat, you headache should be gone in minutes \nOther suggestions:\n\nTaking 500 mg of magnesium per day and increasing your water intake to 8-10 glasses per day can be helpful. One person reported that her migraines were still coming at the time they usually did (during her cycle), but were much less intense and went away faster.\n\nAnother person resolved her migraine problem by eliminating ALL animal fat the week before menstruation (skim milk, non-fat yogurt ok), and adding evening primrose oil to her diet.\n\nIf you feel that you need migraine meds, keep in mind that a number of migraine meds are considered compatible with breastfeeding, including Sumatriptan (Imitrex).\n\nHere are a couple of outside links:\n\nNatural Migraine Treatment FAQ. "This Natural Migraine Treatment FAQ, posted to alt.support.headaches.migraine, attempts to summarize all non-medical treatments that help prevent or cure migraine headaches. Most treatments mentioned here have worked for many people, and usually have a theoretical basis as well. This FAQ doesn't discuss drugs."\n\nHow to Prevent Primary Headaches/Migraines by Manipulating Caffeine Intake. The author theorizes that all primary headache, including all migraine, may be caffeine withdrawal - might be worth a try!
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The over-the-counter and prescription medications that are used to treat migraine pain fall into two general categories: those for use during an attack and those that help prevent attacks. A sufferer may need to take different medications to address distinct symptoms. For example, some drugs can help relieve the nausea and vomiting, while others may ease the head pain.\n\n"It's important to have as many drug options as possible for migraine," says FDA's Levin, "because different people respond differently to medications, and what works for one patient may not help the next."\n\nAn over-the-counter drug may help some migraine sufferers with mild to moderate pain. In January 1998, a version of extra-strength Excedrin called "Excedrin Migraine" became the first over-the-counter medicine specifically approved by FDA for migraine.\n\nPeople who want to use an over-the-counter migraine medication should see their doctor anyway, Levin says, to rule out more serious conditions. (See "Should You Call a Doctor?")