Does Topamax work for persistant headaches?!
Question: Does Topamax work for persistant headaches!?
I was prescribed Topamax and Ultram today for persistant headaches (5 1/2 years of constant headaches)!. Does it work for you!? My doc started me at 50mg once a day (at bedtime)!. I don't have migraines, more like headaches that do not go away!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
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Yes, it works for me! I went in for migraines - I would get severe migraines once or twice a week!. I was already using Imitrex and that works to get rid of the migraine - but I wanted something prevent migraines!. I'm a pharmacist, so I knew of several alternatives including several of the ones you've listed!. I asked for Topamax because I knew it had the least side effects!. I've been on it for a little over a year now and not only have my migraines improved, but I don't have the pesky daily headaches anymore!. I wasn't even expecting that improvement, but that was a bonus - I am VERY pleased with the Topamax!. I started at the same dose and have been increased to 100mg twice a day!. The one side effect I have had is it has really decreased my appetite, so I have also lost some weight, but I needed to do that anyway, so that was another plus!. Www@Answer-Health@Com
Have you tried seeing a chiropractor!? You may have a vertebrae out of place in your neck, a few adjustments and you will be fine!. Most insurances cover chiropractic medicine now, I know I am a firm believer!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
Yes it helps somewhat!. It may take awhile for the drug to build up in your system so it's not an overnight cure!. The doctor may adjust your dose once you get used to it, for maximum effectiveness!.Www@Answer-Health@Com