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I have had a headache on and off for about one week now. my doctor (pcp) believes it is a migraine. i have htn is imitrex (sumatriptan) reasonable.

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Dr. Stevan Cordas answered

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Imitrex (sumatriptan): Dont take it in the presence or risk factors for coronary artery disease; uncontrolled hypertension; basilar or hemiplegic migraines; if the BP is well controlled then it is possibly ok to try it if your doctors agrees.

Dr Gallia and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/21/2015

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Dr. David Rosenfeld answered

Yes: Imitrex (sumatriptan) is certainly an option if you are really suffering a migraine. Otc nsaids are a great option too.

Dr Azimi agreed

Answered 6/25/2014

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A member asked:

I have had a headache on and off for about one week now. my doctor (pcp) believes it is a migraine. i have htn is imitrex (sumatriptan) reasonable.

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Stevan Cordas answered

Dr Gallia and another doctor agreed

Dr. David Rosenfeld answered

Dr Azimi agreed

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