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What pain killer gets rid of severe headaches tied to menstruation, pms? nothing works. tried ibuprofen, tylenol, (acetaminophen) aspirin, naproxen atdiff. times ideas?

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Menstrual migraines: See a neurologist. triptans or Fioricet (acetaminophen butalbital and caffeine) may work. If frequency is more than 4 days a month then prophylactic medications will help.

Answered 11/28/2017

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Dr. Mary Ness answered

Addition of caffeine: For these types of headaches, without getting into prescription medication, and anti-inflammatory such as Ibuprofen, combined with caffeine(i.e. coffee or Mountain Dew) often helps. An ice pack 15 to 20 minutes at a time is also helpful as is stretching affected neck, etc. muscles.

Answered 6/21/2015

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