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35 years on anti depressants for migraines.

After taking Paxil or Prozac for 35 years for migraines successfully, i was wondering if i can easily switch because i always deal with weight gain?

  1. Hey there, . Thanks for posting your question. I hear how frustrating it is to experience side effects from the drugs that you take to cope with migraine. Have you considered discussing alternative options with your prescriber to see if there are options which may be a better fit for you? I think only you and your doctor will know how easy it will be to switch to a new medication based on your history with migraine and past treatment attempts. It is my hope that they will take your concerns of weight gain seriously, and that they will help you find a medication which helps brings you both the relief you are seeking, and minimal side effects. Let me know what you think of this, and if there are any barriers to talking to your prescriber. Happy to help in any way that we can. Warmly, - Cody (Team Member)

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