what is the best over the counter med for hormonal migraines

[tlcha]

Those monthly migraines are the worst for me because they get me down in bed . Does anyone know the best over the counter homonal migraine medicine? I cannot take immetrix I am allergic too it. I now will only take over the counter stuff. I am not sure wether ibuprofen is best or a combination of aspirin and tylenol together. What do you think?         Tammy

[DrRakeshMD]

Hi

Tylenol (acetaminophen) alone has not been known to be efficacious in migraine. However tylenol with codeine (tylenol 3) is as effective as the nonsteroidal antiinflammatory agents like ibuprofen and diclofenac. The therapy may have to be personalised also. You could start with ibuprofen, and if not completely effective, you may try tylenol 3.

Best..

[melwag]

Well for my migraines, I take advil migraine relief, it works wonders for me. Good Luck, migraines are a real pain.