What is the best prescription for migraines?

April 30th, 2013

I currently take 75 mg of topiramate (Topamax) to prevent migraines, but that doesn’t seem to be working. I’m still getting several headaches per week. I was also prescribed a blood pressure medication for a while, but it didn’t work, and my pulse was so low that I couldn’t stand up without bracing myself against [...]

Disability question. I am a type 1 diabetic, have severe neuropathy, and hypothyroidism. What can I do?

April 24th, 2013

I’m only 19 and never worked. The meds im on are: gabapentin/neurontion 800mg 3x a day, loratab 10 (120 a month), Cymbalta, synthroid, amitriptyline, adderol, zopheran 8mg (for nausea), fioricet (for headaches), blood pressure and kidney pills, and my insulin. What can I do??? I’m always in pain and can’t work. Chosen Answer: It seems [...]

Disability question. I am a type 1 diabetic, have severe neuropathy, and hypothyroidism. What can I do?

March 21st, 2013

I’m only 19 and never worked. The meds im on are: gabapentin/neurontion 800mg 3x a day, loratab 10 (120 a month), Cymbalta, synthroid, amitriptyline, adderol, zopheran 8mg (for nausea), fioricet (for headaches), blood pressure and kidney pills, and my insulin. What can I do??? I’m always in pain and can’t work. RE last post: I [...]

I’m on a medication for high blood pressure + have a heart disease.. can I take this different medicine?

February 26th, 2013

I take verapamil for my high blood presure and have a congenital heart disease. I went to the ER last night and after a few tests the ER doctor prescribed me “Fioricet” for the severe migraine I’ve been having. I have the medicine but I’m afraid to take it and it’s Sunday so my cardiologist’s [...]

Teen with bad Headaches?

January 17th, 2013

i tried imitrix it made me lose stuff and confused a little and i took it with fioricet at the same time (Dr said i could) ANY SUGGESTIONS he didnt want to give me any more medicine ive had it since the 12th i had it at the sides of my head and front but [...]

A migraine that will not go away??!?

January 11th, 2013

I get migraines from time to time. Usually I can take either ONE Zomig or ONE Fioricet and lay down and they will pass pretty quickly. As of now, Saturday afternoon, I have had a migraine since Wednesday afternoon and taken multiple of both of my migraine meds and nothing is helping. The headache is [...]

Why does caffeine both cause and cure my migraines?

January 6th, 2013

If I drink too much coffee it can set off a migraine. But then drinking another cup of coffee seems to cure it. Can somebody wise explain this to me please. Chosen Answer: In normal doses, stimulants like caffeine can trigger or exacerbate migraines by raising blood pressure and heightening sensitivity. However, higher intake can [...]

How long can I take butlabital for?

November 30th, 2012

I’m going see a neurologist this Wednesday for my headaches, but they’re so bad. I’ve been taking Fioricet for these headaches that NEVER go away for the last 4 days (the pain pills, not the headache. I’ve had the headache since early January.) I take at most 3 doses a day, no more. I find [...]

What to take for a head splitting headache when….?

July 16th, 2012

Tylenol, aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, fioricet, and Advil do not do anything for it.. I get headaches very very often.. I have lowered my blood pressure and loosing weight and i STILL have headaches… and I have a huge one right now… Ideas??? Chosen Answer: they make a ‘cream’ called ‘dragon’s balm’ or ‘tiger balm’ – [...]

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 [...]