Wednesday, May 30, 2012

LauraJCopley's Posts

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 moreChevron

Finally preventative

I finally saw a specialist yesterday and she recommends Nadolol (Beta-Blocker) and Limitrol (anti-depressant & anti-anxiety combo) at night and Lexapro (anti-depressant) in morning.  I am not big on pills, so the two at night seem fine, but has anyone heard of taking two types of anti-depressants.  I feel like I live a happy normal... Read moreChevron

time for topamax??

I keep saying to myself:   I will see what happens next month.  Each month goes by and I still suffer from these migraines.  Abortives work great and give relief fast but do I want to keep taking them so often??  My question is:  Is topamax that bad ( I mean the side effects)??  Will I be able to continue going... Read moreChevron

Sinus or Migraine

Everyone in my Family is getting over a cold.  Now I have the symptoms (well at least a sore throat).  I have pain on my left side like a migraine but it seems like it's sinus and congestion related.  Don't know if I should treat it with Imitrex or decongestant.  I have to be careful because cold medicine sometimes... Read moreChevron

Husband doesn't understand

Hi, my husband thinks I am crazy and my migraines are brought on by my own compulsive thinking.  I understand stress is a trigger, however my head pain is triggered by alot of other things.  Is there anything on this site for him to read to help him understand.  Maybe then I could get a little sympathy from him.