Whats the best way to begin running if i get migraines?

June 7th, 2013

I usually get migraines after i run about a mile,But im looking to take up running to stay in shape,How can i prevent myself from getting migraines? Should I take Tylenol before I begin running? Or Should I Stay extremely Hydrated,I plan on Running At 4:45AM and At 9 PM. Chosen Answer: at first run [...]

I take 10-12 pills of fioricet every day. if the max daily dosage is 4,000 mg is it safe?

May 6th, 2013

Chosen Answer: The recommended dosage of this medicine is: 1 or 2 tablets every 4 hours as needed. Total daily dosage should not exceed 6 tablets. It is a combination of acetaminophen [Tylenol], caffeine, and bultalbital [a barbiturate] According to the FDA, the toxic Doses (for adults) is: Butalbital: toxic dose 1 g (20 tablets) [...]

What meds can I take for migraines while breastfeeding?

May 3rd, 2013

I have had migraines all of my life. My aunt had them as well. I had them much more frequently while pregnant with my two sons (one almost 3 & one 8 months). Currently I am still breastfeeding my 8 month old and I want to continue as long as possible. Here for the past [...]

What meds can I take for migraines while breastfeeding?

May 2nd, 2013

I have had migraines all of my life. My aunt had them as well. I had them much more frequently while pregnant with my two sons (one almost 3 & one 8 months). Currently I am still breastfeeding my 8 month old and I want to continue as long as possible. Here for the past [...]

How do you get rid of a migraine?

April 27th, 2013

I’ve been to my doctor about migraines before, but I don’t have insurance and can’t afford the medicine. What are some good home rememdies for it? I’ve tried lying in the dark, quiet, with a cool cloth over my eyes. I have now had this particular headache for four days. Please help! I guess I [...]

Why isn’t the Maxalt-MLT and Naproxen I take working to relieve my migraine?

March 31st, 2013

I’ve had the same migraine for a week. I take the medications exactly how the doctor prescribed, but nothing is helping. I’m a student and mid-terms are this week. It’s hard for me to concentrate and I can’t live like this forever. Please help me. I have tried Advil, Tylenol, and Excedrin. Nothing is working. [...]

What kind of headache do I have?

March 18th, 2013

I have had a painful head ache (on left side, above my temple, behind my eye, down to my neck and shoulder) for about 5 days now. The first and second day I took ibuprofen, Tylenol etc and nothing worked. I went to my doctor the second day and was told it could possibly be [...]

Any suggestions? 13 weeks pregnant with migraine?

February 18th, 2013

I have had a headache for 6 days now, 3 of which have been a migraine. I have been out of work for the past 2 days. Tylenol was not helping at all, so yesterday my Dr. prescribed Fioricet. I have taken 3 doses and it provides SLIGHT temporary relief but the pounding just comes [...]

Can anyone give me info on this? Do you know anyone that?

February 10th, 2013

Has anyone ever been on fioricet while pregnant? Did they work well? How did the baby turn out? I got switched from tylenol 3 for migraines,and i’ve been on them before,just not while pregnant. The fioricet. They did wonders with my headaches before,I’m just looking for women that have taken them/known people to take them [...]

How do you know if your headache is a migraine?

January 13th, 2013

I have been having bad headaches that I could attribute to the stress of grad school but I think they might be migraines because tylenol doesn’t always help. I just want to know from people who experience these headaches what symptoms to look for and which over the counter medicines work best for you? Chosen [...]