Migraine Questions (Page 19)

What happens if there is a Central Nervous System therapeutic duplication?

Patient is currently taking lamotrigine, Seroquel (quetiapine) and gabapentin for Bipolar 1 and anxiety attacks due to PTSD. Would like to take Nurtec for migraines. This web site warns against taking 4 medications that affect the Central Nervous System. Thanks for any help.

Accidentally took 25mg Topamax?

This morning I mixed up meds not thinking straight and being extremely tired and ended up taking my girlfriends Topamax 25mg for chronic migraines instead of Lexapro 5 mg I’m a bit worried as what side effects I might have from accidentally taking this, should I be fine in 24hrs?, and will I... read more

Propranolol for seizures and or migraine?

Has anyone used propranolol for seizures and or migraines and if so what doses and how effective?

Acetazolamide for vestibular migraines?

I have been prescribed acetazolamide and amitriptyline for a new diagnosis of vestibular migraine (without headache). I am not 100% that this diagnosis is correct, but I am desperate to stop feeling constantly dizzy, lightheaded, off balance, and like I am moving through a swamp. I tried to take... read more

Drug interactions - multiple drugs - multiple conditions. Advice?

I take several medications for the following conditions: bipolar disorder, ADHD, hypothyroidism, GERD, and migraine headaches. My current medications are: Lithium Carbonate ER - total daily mg = 600 Adderall - total daily mg = 45 mirtazapine - total daily mg = 45 famotidine - total daily mg = 40... read more

What helps stop diarrhea from duloxetine after you have stopped taking it?

Took for 4 days. 1st night every hour with pure water diarrhea. My doctor took me off and am on my old migraine med Mayo Clinic put me on which is suppose to cause constipation. Break for 3 days still had diarrhea. Started new med for 2 days ok now last 2 days every morning have diarrhea 3-4 times.... read more

Can venlafaxine cause withdrawal symptoms?

I have been taking venlafaxine 225mg ER for years now, and ran out recently. My psychiatrist’s office won’t let me refill it because of an unpaid balance they think I owe (which I don’t, they just keep labeling me as self pay.) Insurance issues aside, I think I’m... read more

Topiramate - Will topamax help anxiety and stress?

My husband passed away September 1st and I was just getting ready to start this medication at 12.5 mgs for migraines but never did until last night. I’m wondering if it might help the stress and anxiety I’m under from losing my husband? I know the grief is normal but I sure could use a... read more

Nortriptyline 10mg up to 50 mg?

Has anyone tried taking Nortriptyline not for migraine but for swaying tense feeling in head? I have sway/balance issues with fullness in one ear pain half my head that no doctor can figure out. Has anyone dealt with this and tried this medication?

Pregabalin - Just starting for anxiety and migraine prevention?

Does anyone take this just in the evening? I only took 25 mg this morning, and cannot get out of bed. How long does it take for the sedation side effect to wear off? Thanks so much for any advice. I am a 76 year old woman.

Amitriptyline - Anxiety/panic attacks /migraines?

Hi all Im wondering if someone could give me advice please I have been given amitriptyline for migraines off doctor . I have suffering with anxiety/ panic disorders .I have try so meny different meds for it like fluoxetine citalopram sertraline . But all of these make me really ill . They also make... read more

Can sertraline cause migraine?

Two hours after taking my scheduled dose I developed a visual aura that lasted about 20 mins. After that I felt weak, pressure and sharp pains in my head and very "whipped out" also a bit irritable. Should I continue my meds or talk to my doctor about tapering off? I am not a chronic... read more

Topiramate - Does topamax help anxiety?

I just started taking this at 12.5 mg and will go to 25 mg after four days. I have ocular migraines but no real headache just a visual migraine so we’re hoping this will help that. On the other side I was wondering if it might help anything with anxiety? I do not have bipolar or seizure stuff... read more

Does topiramate work for vestibular migraine?

Amitriptyline - how long does it take to see improvement?

I just started on amitriptyline 10 mg for migraines. I would like to know if anybody has seen results fast? Also, if you have taken it for anxiety, did it work?