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65 yr. old female- migraines for 25 yrs (3-4 per wk.) is there any new research that might one day be hopeful for migrainers? take imitrix.

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Avoid Imitrex (sumatriptan): At your age, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular problems have high potential and a risk of triptans is potential for heart attack or stroke. Far safer to prevent with an otc agent such as riboflavin, butterbur, feverfew, or co-q10, or try botox, occipital nerve blocks, acupuncture, newer dental splints, or a newer plastic surgical approach.

Answered 3/26/2013

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