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wildbill
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STARTED MEDS BUT NO RLIEF!
« on: Dec 12th, 2002, 9:36am » |
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Hello all ! well started taking verapamil and vioxx last friday but im still havin 1 or sometimes 2 real severe attacks for 2 hrs. and wandering does anybody know how long meds take to work? thanks to all who reply!
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Re: STARTED MEDS BUT NO RLIEF!
« Reply #1 on: Dec 12th, 2002, 9:56am » |
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Give the verapamil another week or so at least.
What dose has the doctor got you on? That could make a difference.
Do you use 02 or imitrex?
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Re: STARTED MEDS BUT NO RLIEF!
« Reply #2 on: Dec 12th, 2002, 10:10am » |
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Prednisolone has worked for me to stop an attack for a few days. This hopefully will allow time for the preventives to work. A good abortive such as Zomig or Imitrex will also give much needed relief. Ask your Doctor, tell them you are hurting. I hope you get a break soon, hang in there WB!
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Re: STARTED MEDS BUT NO RLIEF!
« Reply #3 on: Dec 13th, 2002, 9:30am » |
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Bill,
When I first started verapamil, it took a good 2 weeks to kick in, and then we had to re-adjust the dosage. This may be the case for you as well. Be patient and strong...it will take effect eventually!
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Re: STARTED MEDS BUT NO RLIEF!
« Reply #4 on: Dec 13th, 2002, 9:33am » |
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Must agree with others. Need to let Verap work for 10 - 14 days before it really starts to kick in.
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