Posted by Steve Prosser (24.9.191.17) on April 16, 2001 at 08:40:55:
In Reply to: What type of imitrex is best?? posted by Marco on April 16, 2001 at 03:48:50:
My Neuro has me on 2250 mg. Depakote daily. Weight gain is possible but a few pounds can be shed after an episode is over. Also not a bad idea to stay active as much as possible during an episode. Some of us have even tried vigorous exercise, ie: brisk walking, right when an attack starts. Helps for some.
I have used Imitrex nasal often with good results but the taste is nasty and you cannot divide doses. Injections I find easy and often very effective. Just had sinus surgery 1 week before my current episode began so my vote goes to injectables. Its all very expensive so ask your doc for all the free samples they can spare. Good Luck!
Steve