My Migraine Stack

Everyday Stack

• Nortriptyline (10mg, prescription): Not specifically a migraine medication, but it is prescribed for headaches.
• MigreLief (1 tablet): Contains B2 (400mg), Magnesium (360mg), and a proprietary mix (100mg) including feverfew
• Feverfew (380mg): Although MigreLief contains a small amount of feverfew, I find that taking a bit more feverfew helps noticeably.
• L-methylfolate (15mg): To be honest, I’m not sure whether this makes a difference. But I have read that B vitamins such as folate (L-methylfolate is a supplement containing folate) can reduce the frequency of migraines.

When I'm feeling "migrainy"

• Sudafed PE Sinus Pressure + Pain (1 tablet, occasionally 2): Contains acetaminophen (325mg) and phenylephrine HCI (5mg). This stuff really seems to help me avert impending migraines. Since it has acetaminophen, I avoid taking it too often to avoid liver damage. Also, I never take it during a migraine, as acetaminophen can make the nausea worse.

When a migraine begins

• Ibuprofen (2 tablets, 200mg each): For me, ibuprofen seems to significantly reduce migraine headaches. Unlike Tylenol/acetaminophen, it doesn’t cause nausea.
• MigreLief-NOW (4 capsules): This is a variation on the “regular” MigreLief (found under “Everyday Stack” above) with a different blend. It’s designed to be taken when a migraine starts rather than every day.

In addition, I try to eat something and drink one or two glasses of water as soon as my migraine symptoms appear. If I’m at home, I’ll also have a beer or glass of wine and then try to lie down in a dark room. For more information checkout my migraine relief tips