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long lasting head ache/possible migraine?

I haven't taken time to research my Q on this board, so I'm sorry if it's redundant.

In the hcv community headache is a common sx and can border on migraine.

In researching beta blockers (stage fright) came across propranalol and now notice it is used to treat migraines. Anyone here use it?

thanks for your help
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Inderal (prop) used to be first line of choice for Migraine years ago.  If you hyperventalate on stage then it is a miracle drug.  I won't say who but some seriously famous music folks use it.  I don't know what HCV stands for but I wouldn't suggest Imitrex if you have any chest pain at any time.  Actually some people find it very useful but there are risks with it that everyone should be aware of before using.  

I've used Inderal but didn't do anything for the headaches - it was a long time ago.  Very few side effects though.
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Hi,

Propranolol is used to for migraine prophylaxis ie to reduce the frequency of migraine attacks.
It will be ineffective during the attack.
There are other treatment option for migraine like imitrex which are effective during the attack.
The best thing to do for migraine is to identify the trigger. Please let me know if you need anyother information.
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