Full Question:I've been getting migraines for the last 20 years. I'm 48 now. I have been taking Imitrex for the last few years and it works well but currently I'm almost taking 1 pill every day. Is there a long term problem with taking about 20 pills a month? Mike.
Answer:
Dear Mike;
I don’t know of any studies that show organ damage or that kind of problem with long-term use of Imitrex, BUT there are studies showing that Imitrex can cause rebound headaches. It is generally...
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