Archive for June, 2012

How to deal with Migraine headaches?

June 30th, 2012

I have suffered from Migraine headaches since I was a little girl. And I’m tired of them. Any suggestions on how to deal with them. Chosen Answer: If you have tried OTC medications and they don’t work for you, then see a doctor about getting more effective prescription meds. I tried every OTC med and [...]

What is the difference with a regular Migraine than a Hemiplegic Migraine?

June 29th, 2012

I had a Hemiplegic migraine but….isn’t more considered a stroke? Chosen Answer: by: on: 1st January 70

How do you know when it is a migraine?

June 28th, 2012

I suffered my first ever migraine headache this past weekend, and my doctor prescribed imitrex. I don’t want to take it unless I am having an actual migraine and not just a bad headache. Besides vision issues, is there anyway to tell early in the headache whether or not it is a migraine? Chosen Answer: [...]

fioricet question !??!?

June 27th, 2012

if i dropped my firocet in cold water and then took it, will it still work? i know it takes the caffiene out of the pill, but i wonder if its safe? p.s. im not abusing them at all for all you people whos ay horrible stuff like that i just wanted to know if [...]

What is stronger than Excedrin Headache Extra Strength but not the migraine formula?

June 26th, 2012

I’m rather susceptible to headaches and I switched to the Extra Strength formula of Excedrin Headache after I had built up a tolerance to 600mg of ibuprofen. And now I need at least 4 of the extra strength pills. If I have a headache the migraine formula won’t work, but it does work for migraines, [...]

How do you know if your headache is a migraine?

June 25th, 2012

How can you tell the difference between a severe headache and a migraine? Chosen Answer: HEADACHES DON’T STOP YOU FROM BEING ABLE TO COMPLETE YOUR DAILY ACTIVITIES WITHOUT VOMTING, SPINNING, MOTION SICKNESS, FLUTTERING, AURAS, ETC. You may want to check your settings on all your digital items that you are using. Each device you use [...]

what can i do get rid of my migraine headaches ?

June 24th, 2012

I have migraine headaches and it hurts a lot, i use medication but it doesn’t help. I know going to the emergency room will take forever. Is there anything i could at home that could help me ? Chosen Answer: Don’t waste time reading this now… or any other answers you get on this forum [...]

How long can Fioricet be taken?

June 23rd, 2012

I’ve been taking it on and off for 12 days, now. Some days, I’ve taken up to 6 tablets. I have constant pressure behind my eyes, with reoccurring headaches. I’m getting a spinal tap done tomorrow morning and an MRI Friday. Having the constant pressure and stabbing pains in my eyes makes me want to [...]

Will Fioricet give me some energy because of the caffeine? or more of a relaxed feeling?

June 22nd, 2012

I know its prescribed mostly for migraines-but just want some feedback on people’s expereinces with it? I’m looking for a pill that will give me some energy, no anxiety and somewhat of a relaxed “buzz” feeling? I used to take Soma and it gave me a nice feeling but after awhile made me too sleepy [...]

After a migraine is it normal to get shooting pains?

June 21st, 2012

Is it normal after a migraine to get shooting pains in your head? I had one on Tuesday which lasted all of Wednesday. I woke up today feeling a bit better but I keep getting random shooting pains in my head, usually whenever I stand up. Is this normal? Chosen Answer: There’s a few types [...]