I have suffered from chronic daily migraines for the last 10 years. At one point, I was on six daily medications to keep them under control. I have gone through Zomig, Imitrex (pills, nasal inhaler, and shots) Axert, Amerge, and have now settled in with Maxalt (quick dissolving). The best thing I have done for treating my migraines is to have Botox injections. Since my first set of injections, I am down to only one daily medication, and my headache frequency is down an estimated 75%, even when eating "trigger" foods. I am due for another round of Botox next week, and I would love to wean off the remaining beta blocker after this set of injections, and be medicine-free, except for the injections. Published: October 09 ::

After 20 years and what seemed like endless drug combinations, my doctor decided to try Imitrex. At first I was skeptical, at this point I had all but given up. To my surprise, it worked! It takes away all traces of the migraine with none of the side effects that I had experienced with other medications. While it is very pricey, I find that it is well worth it just to be able to have my life back. I would recommend that all migraine sufferers discuss Imitrex with their doctor. Published: October 09 ::

I have been "dealing" with Migraines for over 30 years. Originally the doctors tried to medicate me with Fiorinal and Valium which left me unable to function properly so I stopped taking them and took BC Powders, Excedrin, Tylenol, and Advil not at the same time but each helped to dull the pain so that I could go on with daily life. Over the past few years my doctors have prescribed Inderal for daily use in hopes of minimizing the pain or frequency. This did not work but did slow down by ability to think, so I weaned myself off of the Inderal. Zomig helps but causes my joints to hurt and my scalp to be sensitive for about 12 hours. Axert works pretty well. I've recently been prescribed Topamax however I had to discontinue due to excessive headaches and nausea that were a side effect. So, I guess I'll stick with Advil, Tylenol and Axert. Published: September 17 ::

I’ve been getting migraines off and on for about 15 years and as you have probably heard before they were really bad. They would come and go over the course of 2 years. I would get them almost daily 20-15 Advil per day, blew an entire settlement to try and find the cause and 26mg Imitrex per day, that stuff is great, anyway my doctor prescribed me amitriptyline 10mg 1 per night before I go to bed, now remember I was very skeptical because I had done everything for treatment for 10+ years that either didn’t work or was too expensive. That’s my story I haven’t had a migraine for over 4 years. I hope this story can help. Published: August 12 ::

I used to suffer about 30 excruciating migraines a month. I was placed on Inderal and Topamax. I now suffer about 12 to18 per month. When the actual migraine hits, I usually take two Midrin and lie down in a dark room. If that doesn't work, I take one more Midrin and drink a Mountain Dew and continue to lie down. Usually that works. While in bed, I try to think of something soothing and relaxing that takes my mind away from the pain. About 50% of the time this works. I also take Zofran for nausea. Published: July 31 ::

I suffered from Cluster headaches excruciating pain everyday. I had 3 small arteries cauterized which took 20 minutes and that has put an end to my migraines which I suffered with for over 10 years. I am no longer on pain killers, or anti-depressants etc. I now have a wonderful quality of life and feel wonderful. Lots of energy and very motivated. Published: July 30 ::

I have had migraines of differing severity for 15 years. Recently, I was put on Nortriptyline (tricyclic antidepressant) and it is working better than anything previously. I take 20mg every night at bedtime and I take Midrin whenever I get a headache. Also, I lay down if possible with a cold pack across my forehead and eyes. Published: July 24 ::

I take two extra-strength Excedrins at the onset of a headache/migraine. If that doesn't work, within 15 to 20 minutes I take Axert. If I have no relief after two hours, I take another Axert and then more Excederin. Four hours later, I can usually function again until the next time the weather changes. I find that if I take a really deep breath and hold it, the sharp pain will go away and I'll get relief until I exhale. I'll also pinch the pressure point between the thumb and index finger, this will take the pain go away for a few minutes at a time. Hot/Cold rags on the head help a little bit too. Published: July 01 ::