What works for your headaches?

@meeoww (1174)
United States
November 9, 2006 2:22am CST
I usually take acetominophen (tylenol). Ibuprophin doesn't usually work for me and aspirin i have to take 2 now & 2 in a 1/2 hr.
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desertdarlene
@desertdarlene (8910)
• United States
10 Nov 06
I actually have a type of headache that is caused by a swelling in the brain. No painkillers help. I have found that restricting sodium, eating lots of potassium-rich foods, drinking lots of water, and watching my sugar intake helps.
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
10 Nov 06
Excellent input! I don't know if that's ever the reason for mine, but I know that I do eat too much salt and never get enough water. I have been trying to increase my water, and I've heard about all the wonders that potassium promotes in the body. Sugar is not an issue, I'm not big on sweet kinda stuff although I like fruits, but I hardly ever eat them. Thank you so much for replying! Aloha!
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
10 Nov 06
Oh, as a diuretic? Hmm...although doesn't that go against the water intake? Am I going to be drinking 3 gallons a day?!?! I love garlic anyways, but I'm going to have to stock up extra on the Bean-o, if you know what I mean. Thanks!
desertdarlene
@desertdarlene (8910)
• United States
10 Nov 06
I forgot to mention that I started to take garlic as a diurectic and it is good for my blood vessels. It also seems to help.
Casey Heinzism
@dnatureofdtrain (5273)
• Janesville, Wisconsin
10 Nov 06
Depends on the headache. Sinus Headache - sudafed sinus. Tensions Headache - Catnip Sleeping to much or not enough headache - Meditative Train Sound cd ... Visions headache,,, fresh air laying on the ground or the floor... Most simple headaches.. Channeling Reiki, or other healing energies to myself. Caffiene Headache .. Coca - cola Classic I avoid Advil it makes me ears ring. Ib profin does nothing, and tylenol makes me feel like I am in outter space ... So I usually use the herbal or channeling energy to remedy it.
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
10 Nov 06
Good for you. I'd like to take reiki classes. Now, CATNIP? Really? And how do you use this? As a tea, or a balm? Thanks so much for your reply! Aloha!
Casey Heinzism
@dnatureofdtrain (5273)
• Janesville, Wisconsin
12 Nov 06
For a headache Tea is better :) ..on the Catnip Question.
Casey Heinzism
@dnatureofdtrain (5273)
• Janesville, Wisconsin
12 Nov 06
For a headache Tea is better :) ..on the Catnip Question.
lectricky
@lectricky (680)
• United States
9 Nov 06
I need good headache pills. Neither ibuprofen, paracetamol, nor aspirin work at all for me. Ibuprofen actually makes my headaches worse!
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
9 Nov 06
Oh, wow. Like we don't have anough to make it worse! Thanks for replying. Aloha!
meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
9 Nov 06
Oh, wow. Like we don't have enough to make it worse! Aloha!
jray721
@jray721 (1969)
• United States
29 Nov 06
i have terrible migraines. they were so bad that the hospital gave me vicodin to ease the pain. but i am pregnant now and can only take tylonal.. but nothing works =(
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
29 Nov 06
Congratulations on your pregnancy! Have you looked into any of the accupressure methods that several people have mentioned in this thread? Maybe that will help you with your migranes. Best wishes! Aloha!
belenR
@belenR (256)
• Philippines
9 Nov 06
i always take medicol
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
9 Nov 06
I'm not familiar with that. Is it an "over the counter"? Thanks for replying. Aloha!
meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
9 Nov 06
I'm not familiar with that. Is it an "over the counter"? Thanks for replying. Aloha!
krizz420
@krizz420 (4385)
• Canada
10 Nov 06
Usually take 6-8 tylenol extra streght. Starts to clear up in 15 mins
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Krisss
@Krisss (1231)
• Australia
10 Nov 06
wow thats a fast way to liver damage if ever I heard it.
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
10 Nov 06
Wow, and I had to look twice at the names to figure out that kriss wasn't talking to herself! Yeah, 6-8 of extra strength is a hefty load. I'd look into a diff remedy if I were you. But thanks for replying! Aloha!
Jshean20
@Jshean20 (14348)
• Canada
10 Nov 06
Usually I can get rid of a headache by sleeping it off, if I can't do that though, tylenol works for me.
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
10 Nov 06
Same for me. Thanks for replying. Aloha!
amsharma
@amsharma (1860)
• United States
10 Nov 06
I dont get headaches that often, but when I do I take Ibuprofen. It always works for me.
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
10 Nov 06
Hmmm.. doesn't work for me. But it does for my sis. Thanks for replying! Aloha!
udayarc
@udayarc (428)
• India
10 Nov 06
Sleep helps me lot.
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
10 Nov 06
Yep. Seems that's it for alot of people. I like it except that it's so unproductive as far as a work standpoint goes. And since 9 to 5ers can't usually sneak it in during the day, unfortunately it's not always a viable option. Thanks for replying. Aloha!
_hope_
@_hope_ (3902)
• Australia
10 Nov 06
i take imigraine for bad heads
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
10 Nov 06
I haven't seen that. Thanks for replying. Aloha!
rohit89
@rohit89 (1967)
• India
10 Nov 06
aspirin works for me
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
10 Nov 06
Lucky you. I think that's the cheapest pill. Thanks for replying. Aloha!
Solja420
@Solja420 (2503)
• United States
10 Nov 06
tylenol,bc,aleave actually anything maybee a little maryj
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
10 Nov 06
That's another natural alternative, now isn't it! Hah! Good for you. Thanks for your input! Aloha!
Solja420
@Solja420 (2503)
• United States
24 Nov 06
i know what you mean i used to get migrains alot but i guess i grew out of them but when i get a headach i usally just take tylonol or a bc and laydown for a while
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
29 Nov 06
What's bc? Thanks for replying! Aloha!
Bunny2
@Bunny2 (2102)
• Australia
29 Nov 06
Bunny2 - Bunny2
The best thing I found is a natural cure - it's called Migrastick and is a roll on of peppermint and lavender oils. It's not an overpoweringly strong smell, but rubbed on the spots where the headache is, it's great! Works for migraines, though for that I also take two Mersyndol (paracetomol with codeine).
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
29 Nov 06
I haven't heard of the Migrastick. Peppermint & lavender, huh? I'll look into that! I did recently pick up some of that "head on", but to be honest, I don't know what's in it. It's like a fat tootsie roll size twist up tube of stuff that looks like those clear deoderant sticks. Seems to work ok. Thanks for replying! Aloha!
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delina123
@delina123 (2453)
• Canada
10 Nov 06
Lay down and close my eyes and try to relax
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
10 Nov 06
Sometimes all the other pills need to be accompanied by good relaxation & rest, don't they. Thanks for replying. Aloha!
veekay42
@veekay42 (77)
• United States
10 Nov 06
I ALSO TRY TO SLEEP ONE OFF BEFORE I CHOOSE TO TAKE ANYTHING,MEDICATION ISN'T ALWAYS NECESSARY.SLEEP A SIMPLE SOLUTION.
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
10 Nov 06
But the boss doesn't like much for us to take extra long lunches. That's another one. I usually stop to check & see if I ate anything lately. I'll eat first, then sleep if I can. Thnaks for replying. Aloha!
xJOVANIEx
@xJOVANIEx (36)
• United States
10 Nov 06
i used to take tylenol all of the time, but now i take excedrin. (or the walmart brand) it works for me much better
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
10 Nov 06
Yeah, isn't excedrin aspirin and acetominophen (tylenol) together or something like that? My friend only takes extra strength excedrin because she gets migranes. Thanks for replying. Aloha! ..Love your avatar!
madhavi123
@madhavi123 (2550)
• United States
10 Nov 06
tylenol,saridon
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
10 Nov 06
Tylenol I know, and take. Saridon I'm not familiar with. Do you know what the primary ingredient is? Thanks for replying. Aloha!
tarajthomas
@tarajthomas (100)
• United States
10 Nov 06
lots of water and low noise..
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
10 Nov 06
Ahh, yes, headache can come from dehydration. But have you ever had that deafening silence? you get to a quiet place but then there's this ringing or pounding that comes from inside your head? Thanks for replying. Aloha!
jcw32181
@jcw32181 (13)
• Australia
10 Nov 06
Motrin
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meeoww
@meeoww (1174)
• United States
10 Nov 06
You go right for the strong stuff, eh? I think I've taken that just once. I had such a killer headache, worst ever. I took it and just buried my head under the pillow because light, sound, thinking...everything was hurting my head. Uuugh! Fell asleep & woke up without it. Thank heavens!! Thanks for responding. Aloha!