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What is the best over-the-counter medication for migraine headaches. excedrine migrain is really just regular excedrine. same ingredients. doesnt wor?
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Migraines = doctor: If otc analgesics and/or coffee aren't helpful you need to see a physician.
Answered 3/29/2014
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Best OTC 4 migraine: Excedrin migraine has ibuprofen and caffeine. If you use these within the first 30 minutes of your aura or migraine symptoms, there is a good chance you will have relief. Other medicines, such as acetaminophen, alleve, etc., may also be helpful.
Answered 7/19/2018
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