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What Medication Can Be Taken For Migraine Apart From Nortriptyline Which Has No Side-effects?

I was prescribed nortriptyline, for possible migraine headaches. I don t really think that it s migraine, so i m afraid to take this drug because of side effects. I m 62 years old, and have never had migraines before. I ve had ct scans and blood test done and have taken ibuprofen, excedrin migraine , any ideas I m at my wits end, any suggetions?

posted on Mon, 1 Jan 2018

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Geriatrics Specialist, Dr. M Thakur's Response

Hello,

If there are no abnormalities detected in CT scan and blood tests are within normal limits, it is likely that you may be suffering from migraine.

Depression is a major predisposing factor for migraine in old age. Nortriptyline is an antidepressant. If your doctor has prescribed it for you, you should follow your doctor's advice.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. M Thakur

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What Medication Can Be Taken For Migraine Apart From Nortriptyline Which Has No Side-effects?

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