Saturday, February 11, 2012
Saturday, March 21, 2009 LEE asks

Q: Feldene for migraines

Hi

Has anyone tried Feldene for migraines? I was just put on them because I am very sensitive to all meds and I tried soo many and had to stop because of side effects.I would like to know how long it takes to start working.Any info greatly appreciated.Thank you

LEE

Answer This
Answers (1)
3/22/09 1:48pm

Lee,

 

Feldene is an NSAID. It canNOT prevent Migraines. If used more than two or three days a week, Feldene is likely to make matters worse by causing medication overuse headaches. You can read more in Medication Overuse Headache: When the Remedy Backfires.

 

Additionally, it has now been shown that using NSAIDs more than occasionally increases the risk of transformed Migraine. For more information on this see Transformed Migraine - Risk Increased by Some Medications.

 

I know how easy it is to feel as if you've tried everything out there, but there are so many medications that can be used for Migraine and headache prevention that it's literally impossible. You can find a list of potential Migraine and headache preventives in Migraine preventive medications - too many options to give up!

 

If your doctor isn't able to help you, it may well be time to consult a Migraine and headache specialist. It's important to note that neurologists aren't necessarily Migraine and headache specialists. Take a look at the article Migraine and Headache Specialists - What's So Special? If you need help finding a Migraine specialist, check our listing of Patient Recommended Migraine and Headache Specialists.

 

Good luck,

Teri

Reply
Answer This

Important:
We hope you find this general health information helpful. Please note however, that this Q&A is meant to support not replace the professional medical advice you receive from your doctor. No information in the Answers above is intended to diagnose or treat any condition. The views expressed in the Answers above belong to the individuals who posted them and do not necessarily reflect the views of The HealthCentral Network. The HealthCentral Network does not review or edit content posted by our community members, but reserves the right to remove any material it deems inappropriate.

Ask a Question

Get answers from our experts and community members.

Btn_ask_question_med
View all questions (4221) >