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posted 09/30/2008, comments (0)

Medications to help with depression?

Full Question: The depression that seems to go along with the migraines is sometimes just as debilitating as the migraines themselves. Are there medications I should ask my neurologist about that can help this? Are there certain antidepressants to avoid? Karen. Answer: Dear Karen; I'm not sure if you're... Read more Chevron

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posted 08/16/2008, comments (0)

Debilitating depression with migraines?

Full Question: The depression that seems to go along with the migraines is sometimes just as debilitating as the migraines themselves. Are there medications I should ask my neurologist about that can help this? Are there certain antidepressants to avoid? Karen. Answer: Dear Karen; Do you mean feeling depressed... Read more Chevron

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posted 04/09/2008, comments (5)

Effexor and Migraines

Hi-I've been on Effexor XR for about 5+ years now. Tried to wean myself off and did for a bit but ended taking it again after a year or so. Withdrawals were horrible but manageable. I'm taking 150mg/day. Sex drive is low, as with many anti-depressants. It did help with my cluster migraines though it came back... Read more Chevron

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posted 03/03/2008, comments (3)

triptans and SSRI's

Hello, I picked up my prescription today and the pharmacist asked if my doctor knows that I am taking imitrex along with Lexapro. She says they interact. My doctor does know because she prescribed it. Is there any harm in taking an antidepressant and triptans?? I assume that I am not the only one taking them.Any... Read more Chevron

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posted 02/15/2008, comment (1)

2/18/08 #6 - Headaches all day, every day?

Full Question:I have been getting headaches every day and all day long for many years. They never go away. There has never been a week in my life where I don't have a headache, and they are getting worse as I get older , and I am only 17 years old. Is this something I should be very concerned about? Chelsea. Answer: Dear... Read more Chevron

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