Migraine help needed ASAP!!!

Here’s the deal. My mom is dealing with a massive migraine this Saturday, and these things usually knock her out for about 4 or 5 days. If anyone has any solid migraine meds they could recommend or share, please let me know. I’d be happy to swing by and pick them up if you’re anywhere near Los Angeles or Southern California...
Price isn't the issue here; I just really need something that actually works for her..
If anyone is further away, maybe you could ship them or send them via a courier, anything at all.. I just can't have her stuck in bed that day; it would absolutely kill me. Here’s my number: 098 822 188

Anonymous said:Here’s the deal. My mom is dealing with a massive migraine this Saturday, and these things usually knock her out for about 4 or 5 days. If anyone has any solid migraine meds they could recommend or share, please let me know. I’d be happy to swing by and pick them up if you’re anywhere near Los Angeles or Southern California...
Price isn't the issue here; I just really need something that actually works for her..
If anyone is further away, maybe you could ship them or send them via a courier, anything at all.. I just can't have her stuck in bed that day; it would absolutely kill me. Here’s my number: 098 822 188

I’ve heard that peppermint oil can be really soothing for migraines. Maybe try heading to a local drugstore and ask the pharmacist about it.

The simplest approach is to have her consult a doctor who can prescribe specific migraine medications. Usually, they’ll suggest a combination involving a blood vessel stabilizer, a diuretic, and an analgesic. It’s quite effective for managing an acute attack, though it isn't meant for long-term use; there are different medications specifically designed for migraine prevention rather than just treating the onset.

Why go straight to a doctor?
My mom's all worked up because her daughter is getting married... honestly, who wouldn't have a headache under those circumstances?🙂

Just kidding... mostly.

Maybe try some herbal drops—a mix of ginkgo, valerian, and rosemary. Try finding some from a local herbalist rather than that processed stuff you find at CVS. And she should probably just lock herself in a dark, quiet room until her nerves settle down.

Good luck!

Imigran

IMITREX (sumatriptan succinate)—you can only get it with a prescription.
It's honestly the only thing that actually works... whether it's an injection, a pill, or those nasal sprays
I'm a huge fan of the spray—it hits just as fast as an injection (I'm feeling at least 50% better within 10 minutes) and I don't have to deal with a doctor or some jerk at the ER.

Grace Green6 said:Why go straight to a doctor?
My mom's all worked up because her daughter is getting married... honestly, who wouldn't have a headache under those circumstances?🙂

Just kidding... mostly.

Maybe try some herbal drops—a mix of ginkgo, valerian, and rosemary. Try finding some from a local herbalist rather than that processed stuff you find at CVS. And she should probably just lock herself in a dark, quiet room until her nerves settle down.

Good luck!

Maybe that stuff helps during the early stages, but
when you have a migraine like mine (where sound, light, smells—everything is too much, plus vomiting, and I swear my head is splitting into three pieces), my only thought is that if I don't get some IMITREX, I might as well die. 😢

brisknomad6 said:Imigran

They only really work if you catch them right when you feel the migraine starting—if the pain is already peaking, they don't do much... I usually just end up throwing them back up. 👎

When things get unbearable and nothing else works, I just head to the ER for a Voltaren injection and some Trocal to stop the vomiting.
I guess I’m lucky it doesn't happen that often.

Kid’s dealing with brutal migraines—using homeopathy right now. I mean, idk if it’s doing much for the immediate hits, but for the long game? It’s been perfect. He used to get hit once a week; now it’s maybe once every three months. And honestly, they seem to be spacing out even more the longer he sticks with it..

The only thing that actually helps my mom is Zomig.

Look, if you're dealing with migraine attacks, don't waste your time with those herbal remedies—I've tried pretty much everything under the sun and nothing works. Honestly, the only things that actually do the job for me are Imigran spray, which you can just grab over the counter at any local pharmacy, or Zomig tablets—though, fair warning, those can be a bit rough on the stomach. At the end of the day, though, the Imigran spray is definitely my go-to solution.

Look, if you want to be one of those people who relies on anecdotal stories like "my neighbor said this worked for them," then go right ahead. But if you actually want to address the neurological changes that cause migraines, you really need to consult a doctor.
ps. Someone here seems to have confused a migraine with just a "regular" headache—I’d suggest doing some actual research before posting advice online.

Sandra King86 said:IMITREX (sumatriptan succinate)—you can only get it with a prescription.
It's honestly the only thing that actually works... whether it's an injection, a pill, or those nasal sprays
I'm a huge fan of the spray—it hits just as fast as an injection (I'm feeling at least 50% better within 10 minutes) and I don't have to deal with a doctor or some jerk at the ER.

Do they help prevent migraine-induced vomiting?

Sandra King86 said:IMITREX (sumatriptan succinate)—you can only get it with a prescription.
It's honestly the only thing that actually works... whether it's an injection, a pill, or those nasal sprays
I'm a huge fan of the spray—it hits just as fast as an injection (I'm feeling at least 50% better within 10 minutes) and I don't have to deal with a doctor or some jerk at the ER.

Have you perhaps tried Imigran spray yet, just to see which one is more effective?
They might actually share a similar base formula.

Grace Green6 said:Why go straight to a doctor?
My mom's all worked up because her daughter is getting married... honestly, who wouldn't have a headache under those circumstances?🙂

Just kidding... mostly.

Maybe try some herbal drops—a mix of ginkgo, valerian, and rosemary. Try finding some from a local herbalist rather than that processed stuff you find at CVS. And she should probably just lock herself in a dark, quiet room until her nerves settle down.

Good luck!

uhm.. because her son is getting married😬

brisknomad6 said:Imigran

👍 This is honestly the best migraine medication out there... it definitely works for me...👍

Maxalt melts. You get two in a pack. You can grab them over the counter for about $50. If you want them via prescription, expect to pay closer to $9.25. Just a heads up though—you’ve gotta be careful (same deal as using Imigran spray)—if you’ve already taken another migraine med, you can't touch this for 24 or even 48 hours. There's a whole list of potential side effects, even if I personally didn't deal with any. Also, if you have any heart issues, stay far away from this stuff.

Sandra King86, where do you purchase that IMITREX?
I am dealing with a terrible migraine today. I applied some Imigran spray, but it provided no relief. Once I take Zomig, I need to lie down, but I cannot because I have a young son to care for.
Nathan Peterson11, does that Maxalt only come in strips? Do they place them on the tongue? How effective were Imigran and Zomig for you?

Nathan Peterson11, do you experience nausea after taking this medication? For me, the nausea is actually worse than the headache itself.