“Chris’s Migraine Story” - an update...However, as a plan B she recommended trying amitriptyline (10mg) in the evenings. Almost immediately things improved.... By cristofer2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Limbitrol (chlordiazepoxide/amitriptyline)...I can't find any information online suggesting the combination of amitriptyline and chlordiazepoxide may be more effective than amitriptyline alone for...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Walking for Migraine: Virtually and Physically...In one study, researchers found that exercise enhanced the efficacy of amitriptyline, a medicine used for migraine prevention.... By milesformigraine2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Miserable!...I was then put on amitriptyline then pizotifen, propranol, atenolol and now topirimate which is the best ever 125mg twice daily the others all had bad... By shonabrunton2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Chronic Migraineur with chronic vertigo...I was put on Amitriptyline at that time as a preventive and I started feeling better.... By dianems2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments17 comments
Living Nightmare...I'm currently on Topamax, with Amitriptyline to help me sleep (as that's been a LONG time issue of mine).... By queenbeth4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Migraines and Office Jobs Don't Mix...I have done so many things to try and help, acupuncture, keto diet, and finally am on preventative meds: Amitriptyline and Cyclobenzaprine.... By lalashlauren2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Not giving up...We discussed Amitriptyline as I've never been prescribed it and it is supposed to help with sleep? And migraines?... By gaillba12 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Amitriptyline vs Nortriptyline???...Has anyone tried either, or better yet both of these drugs for prevention of chronic daily migraines? If so, I would love to hear your feedback re: effectiveness, side effects...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesTreatment
My Miraculous Recovery...My neurologist prescribed me a preventative, amitriptyline and an abortive, Imitrex.... By chanelb352 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Amitriptyline and hair loss...I googled amitriptyline and hair loss and it brought me here. I have been on amitriptyline for many years at least 20 years....Reactions0reactionsComments15 replies
Treatment Options for Episodic vs. Chronic Migraine...Drugs that have been found effective for episodic migraine prevention include: Amitriptyline, venlafaxine, atenolol, and nadolol are all likely effective... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
My World of Migraine and Insomnia...There are many antidepressants that can be used to increase sleep, such as Amitriptyline and Trazadone.... By Amanda Workman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Amitriptyline- making you depressed...The last time I visited the doctor, he started me on amitriptyline alone (with sumatriptan when needed)....Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
College student living with migraines...I was on amitriptyline for a couple months to manage my headaches and migraines. I hated the way it made me feel, because it was an antidepressant.... By oliviabattista3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Why Has Nothing Worked?...My GP had had me on Amitriptyline, which I was advised to come off onto Nortriptyline, which I am still on, and then I also moved onto Levetiracetam (Keppra... By Mick783 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Not sure where to put this. Migraine changes....We finally connected the high heart rate with the amitriptyline and with the metoprolol as a migraine preventative began weaning me off the amitriptyline...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Is facial numbness a side effect of Amitriptyline?...I don't see it in the list of side effects but I have noticed it on the left side of my face since I started amitriptyline two days ago....Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesTreatment
Amitriptyline and hair loss?...I've been taking elavil(amitriptyline) for a little over a year. I’m currently taking 150mg each day....Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Walking Gingerly Through Life...A year of overusing triptans later, I tried Amitriptyline (Elavil). I started with 10mg and bumped it up to 20mg daily. And guess what... I'm better!... By marylorraine3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
