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(Message started by: trisha on Sep 21^st, 2004, 7:13pm)

Title: Just wondering
Post by trisha on Sep 21^st, 2004, 7:13pm

Hi from Maui again.

Trying all i can to get through this cycle. Have read so much on danger this and that of oxygen and too many imitrex (2 a week?) is that for real? I am getting k9's or more every night. Imitrex at least stops it a 1 per night instead of 4. Don't have oxygen yet. Now I am reading dangers on that? URG. What to do.? I just will cry, pace, bang, yell, curse and wait. Does anyone take imitrex daily through cycle?

I am so frustrated and in so much pain. Only time pain free was when pregnant. anyone else w/that? Don't want another baby though. >:(

Title: Re: Just wondering
Post by Jonny on Sep 21^st, 2004, 7:22pm

As long as you dont smoke while using 02, or, use it near an open flame you will have no problems with 02.

2 shots a week?.....there are people here that use a lot more than that, but, you should talk with your Doc about that.

.......................................jonny

Title: Re: Just wondering
Post by alleyoop on Sep 21^st, 2004, 7:37pm

Probably the climate! I'm almost PF here in GA. I suggest we swap houses for a while. ;;D

Listen to Jonny about the o2. He's also right about seeing your dr. about how much imitrex is too much. If you follow the 'imitrex tip' to the right, you'll get much more millege out of it though. I've taken over two vials in a 24 hr period myself when I was getting hit hard.

..........................alley

Title: Re: Just wondering
Post by BlueMeanie on Sep 21^st, 2004, 8:14pm

As jonny said, just don't have open flames around the 02 and you should be fine. It is safe to use with no side effects. As far as Imitrex, the warning label states no more than 2 shots in 24 hours. Not sure where you heard 2 shots a week. I'd never survive as I use at least 8 a week if not more. Always check with your doctor first though. Different blood pressure /heart problems could be fatal if taken too much. Also do you know about the Imitrex tip ? It is to the left of this page. Most Clusterheads can abort a CH with 1/2 a shot as easy as a whole one with less effects to your heart. Saves lots of Trex for future use. Good luck to you. Hope your cycle ends soon.

Take care.