Posted by BeardedLady on October 16, 2002, at 7:00:24
In reply to Didn't go in. Going in today. In 1/2 an hour*gulp*, posted by bookgurl99 on October 15, 2002, at 7:30:23
I just read last night (coincidentally!) that B complex (and especially B2) and feverfew are effective migraine meds. The article (in a cheesy women's magazine—Fitness) said that you should take this combo preparation called Migraleve for two weeks. There's a caution: "If you don't see results after taking either MIgraleve or B2 for two weeks, discontinue use."
I don't buy it, as it takes a few weeks to a month for either feverfew or the Bs to work!
Some quotes from the article: "A couple of good studies have shown that migraine sufferers who took feverfew reduced the number and severity of these headaches, as well as the vomiting that often accompanies them."
"Feverfew is prophylactic—it does not cure an existing migraine. You may need to take it up to a month before you see results."
"Several reports published in medical journals have suggested that B2 reduces migraine pain."
My suggestion is still the complex B (at least 50 mg. of 2, 6, and 12), and if it's not helping after a month, add the feverfew (again, not leaves).
Hope something here offers hope and help.
beardy
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