Posted by jannbeau on September 9, 2002, at 12:40:11
In reply to Re: Anyone use Effexor XR for prevention of migraines? » 123, posted by Ritch on September 6, 2002, at 23:39:08
> > My neurologist has prescribed Effexor XR for a daily medication for prevention of my migraines. She recommended starting with 37.5 milligrams once a day for two weeks, the increasing it to 75 milligrams every day after that. But I'm very worried after reading the numerous negative postings on the medication. I just went off Verapamil because of weight gain, but research shows that you don't gain weight on Effexor XR, but these postings say otherwise. Help!
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> Hi,
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> Check out this link: http://www.fpnotebook.com/NEU118.htm
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> You will find that topiramate(Topamax) is one of the top four meds for migraine prophylaxis effectiveness. It tends to cause weight loss and might be a good switch. Talk to your neuro.
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> Mitch
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> FYI, you might wish to check out the following website also before you choose to take Topamax for your migraines, should you be prescribed the medication. After marketing surveillance has revealed that, in a very small number of patients, secondary angle glaucoma may be associated with use of topiramate. This is not a reason to not take the medication, just a significant side effect of which you should be aware. Here's the link:http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/safety/2001/safety01.htm#topama
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