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Suggest Alternative Medication For Chronic Migraine
I have been fighting a chronic migraine for the entire month, occurring 3-5 times daily. My Dr. Has me on Sumatriptan but I am only to take one to three in 24 hrs. That s not enough. Is there something else I can take that will be preventative ? Something I can talk with my Dr. about?
Wed, 23 Jan 2019
Hello,
The symptoms are consistent with common causes like a migraine or a tension headache, as first-line management, you can try analgesics like aceclofenac or tramadol for pain relief.
If symptoms persist, better to consult a neurologist and plan for an MRI brain to rule out possible intracranial (inside the brain) causes.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
The symptoms are consistent with common causes like a migraine or a tension headache, as first-line management, you can try analgesics like aceclofenac or tramadol for pain relief.
If symptoms persist, better to consult a neurologist and plan for an MRI brain to rule out possible intracranial (inside the brain) causes.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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