strongest OTC pain reliever for headache

[elektra]

I just took my last migraine pill. They were samples from my neurologist (Treximet).
I need some back ups though, as I am about to take a trip and I want something stronger than advil.
I see that the Treximet (which actually worked for my last migraine) has naproxen. Should I get Aleve then in that case?
Exedrine Migraine?

I don't have time to get anything from the doc at this point.

[Jen841]

My magical item with a small Coke (not diet.) Maybe it is psychological, but it is what works for me. Over time I gave reduced my caffine, this has a big (good) impact for me.

[Cam&Clay]

My fix-it is a Diet Coke, 2 tylenol, and 2 ibuprofen.

[elektra]

Thanks. I am pounding the caffeine right now. But I also need a pill to pop if I need to on my trip!
Sounds so bad, I know.
I think my pre-trip anxiety is kicking in.

[infomama]

Aleve (or generic naproxin) is my choice.

[tmphilo]

3 advils 2 tylenols takes care of 99% of my really bad headaches.

[maiaann]

I like Excedrin Migraine. Works well!

[♥ms.pacman♥]

excedrin migraine (which is a combo of aspirin, acetometaphen, and caffeine) got rid of my bad headaches every time. however, i don't take it anymore as it makes me shaky/anxious and it upsets my tummy... i feel like i drank 5 cups of coffee after taking it.

[Andi98989]

I take 800 mg of Ibuprofen (4 pills) which is prescription strength. I never bother getting a prescription for it if that's what my doctor wants me to take; this is easier. You can take it every 8 hours.

With Tylenol, you can alternate 500 mg of that with Ibuprofen. Take the Ibuprofen, then 2 hours later take the Tylenol, etc... I keep a list going of what I took when if I'm having to do that.

We call Aleve (naproxen sodium) the magic blue pills. :rotflmao: DH swears by them for his headaches. You can take 2 of those every 12 hours.

I skip the Excedrin migraine; my stomach does not tolerate aspirin well.

[Penny's Pappa]

Extra Strength Rum and Coke.




(Ok, it may not make your headache go away, but it'll make you feel better for sure ;) )

[elektra]

Extra Strength Rum and Coke.




(Ok, it may not make your headache go away, but it'll make you feel better for sure ;) )

Spoken like a man who has a wife to take care of the kiddos when he passes out!
I'm looking for something a little less short term as far as "solutions" go.

[bigpassport]

Another vote for Excedrin Migraine!

[peanut520]

I take 800 mg of Ibuprofen (4 pills) which is prescription strength. I never bother getting a prescription for it if that's what my doctor wants me to take; this is easier. You can take it every 8 hours.

i'm usually just too lazy to refill my prescription for ibruprofen and take the 4 advil with a coke instead, but i always have my prescription for migrainal filled.

[ThreeofUs]

4 ibuprofen and a cup of strong coffee with 2-3 teaspoons sugar. I normally hate coffee with sugar, but this is key to getting rid of the migraine for me. GL!

[YouAreTheFocus]

I :love5: Vanquish!

[elektra]

Thanks everyone. That Treximet totally knocked out my headache. It's like the pain turns into a buzzing pressure and then goes away. So I got some Aleve (same naproxen base) and then I am going to talk to my doctor about getting more of the Treximet when I have a chance after my trip. It is a new drug for me.

The Advil plus caffeine was not working for me.

[GonnaBeNana]

The Excedrin works for me too. Just a note; there is NO DIFFERENCE between the Excedrin and the Excedrin Migraine. It's a marketing tool only. Read the ingredient list. I buy the generic Excedrin and it works excellently as long as I take it at the first sign of a headache. If I wait, then it's not nearly as effective.

Beth

[DietCokeLover]

We have actually found that the walmart brand of Excedrin is more effective than the name brand. And MUCH cheaper.