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27 People found this comment helpful

My last Migraine lasted 5 days. Because I do not like the way narcotics make me feel, and few of them help enough to be worth the side effects, I usually have just gone to bed, taking over the counter sleep meds and lots of Excedrin praying no one would flip on the lights without thinking! The 5 day migraine forced me to go to the ER. After a shot Tordadol, several intrusive tests, and finally a...

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It have severe migraine I am on six different meds so far the only one that only seems to even relieve some is Cambia and insurance won't pay fly it I am taking these every four hours along with imitrix and all other kinds of muscle relaxers nothing this stuff is a joke

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Adri0509 | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
7/27/2023
Condition: Migraine Headache
Overall rating 5.0
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Took this while pregnant.it was a God send. I only got 20 pills a month but I survived pregnancy so there's that.

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Anonymous | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
11/9/2022
Condition: Other
Overall rating 5.0
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I started taking this medication after a car accident I was T-boned I was not wearing my seatbelt how stupid of me the right side of my face hit my daughter-in-law's face broke her nose and I hit the left side of my face on my driver's window which it didn't totally break but it cracked I really didn't feel any pain until the next day my jaw locked up on me I could barely open my mouth could not touch my ears the pain went from one side of my face all around my jaw bone to the other side painful very painful and then since it was so painful I would tense up and it would make it worse not only did I get the TMJ but also caused a lot of nerve damage so when the TMJ kicks in if I talk too much if I yawn my jaw has even dislocated I cannot take aspirin because it upsets my stomach so bad Tylenol same thing that didn't even help anyway so in this medication came out my doctor asked me if I'd like to try it that's been nearly 30 years I've never had reoccurring headaches this medication to me is a God sent even though I've been on it for so long if I catch it quick enough one pill is enough Read More Read Less

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Debra | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
11/9/2022
Condition: Other
Overall rating 5.0
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I was T-boned in a car accident I was not wearing my seatbelt at the time I hit my daughter-in-law's face with the right side of my face the left side of my face hit my driver's window and I ended up with TMJ the only thing that helped was the fierce that from one ear all the way around my Jawbone to the other side of my face numb tingly even inside my mouth and their Fioricet I started taking it one very first came out I wouldn't know what I'd do without it I've been taking it for 25 years and it still helps with one pillRead More Read Less

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CC | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
6/6/2022
Condition: Migraine Headache
Overall rating 5.0
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I have had migraines since age 27, currently 58. Wouldn't get migraines often (5-7 a year) but when I did was totally incapacitated. My doctor tried other migraine meds which knocked me out for hours. After going to ER for one episode, neurologist put me on Fioricet - a life changer. I take one tablet as soon as I get visual aura and after 15-20 minutes of sitting quietly in dark room, I am good to go and can resume activity. It can be addictive, but not with occasional use.

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Judy | 19-24 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
4/16/2022
Condition: Tension Headache
Overall rating 5.0
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I am 64 years old and I've been using Fioricet 50-300-40 mg for over 25+ years as needed for my tension and migraine headaches. It was prescribed to me as; 1 capsule 3 times daily as needed for headache pain. This medication has been a life saver for me and I have never felt as though I'm addicted to it. I don't know why more doctors don't prescribe this medication. The questions at the bottom don't go up to my age and length of time I have been on Fioricet.

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JR | 19-24 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
4/16/2022
Condition: Migraine Headache
Overall rating 5.0
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I was first given this medication by a doctor after what she thought was a "chronic migraine" (I was on day 9 of the headache and nothing was stopping the pain). She finally prescribed me Fioricet 50-300-40 mg to take 1 capsule every 6 hours. After the first capsule I finally fell asleep and when I woke up the pain was half of what it had been. 6 hours after I had taken the first capsule I took another capsule and went back to sleep. This time when I awoke the pain and the headache was gone. This medication has made it possible along with Naratriptan 2.5 mg taken as soon as I feel a migraine coming on to finally live a normal life. Rarely do I have to find a quiet room, make the room as dark as possible, put a pillow over my eyes and pray for silence so I can fall asleep and sleep a migraine off. Fioricet has been a life saver for me. Not only does it work for my migraines, it also works for the horrible Tension headaches I also get. I also have RLS (Restless Leg Syndrome) and strangely enough at night when my RLS is the worst and my anxiety kicks into overdrive, taking 1 capsule of Fioricet 50-300-40 mg works extremely well for my anxiety and the feeling of needing to continuously move my legs and then I can sleep. This drug has helped me in so many ways and I believe in order to become addicted to it you would have to take it everyday in higher doses unless you are prone to addiction. The only negative I have noticed with it seems to be it gives me diarrhea and it only last for one of two bowel movements . I consider that a small price to pay for the enormous relief it gives me. It may also be the caffeine in it as one cup of coffee will give me diarrhea for 1 or 2 bowel movements too and that's better than taking a stool softener or a laxative. Overall I give Fioricet 5+ ***** I'm 64 years old and have been taking Fioricet off and on for over 25+ years. The information at the bottom doesn't go up high enough for my age or length of time I have been on the medication.Read More Read Less

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Mommys4boys9876 | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
12/31/2018
Condition: Migraine Headache
Overall rating 4.7
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for weeks i couldnt sleep, eat or get out of bed really. Nothing worked until my doctor proscribed Fioricet.

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Anonymous | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
4/5/2018
Condition: Tension Headache
Overall rating 5.0
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Anonymous | 45-54 | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
3/12/2018
Condition: Migraine Headache
Overall rating 5.0
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This medicine is a life saver or was till my Dr. was no longer able to prescribe for me. Twenty two yrs ago i was forced to become self employed after being unable to hold a job with migraines. The last twelve on fioricet. My total crippling days went from 15-20 down to 3-4 a month. Has bean a complete life saver.

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LizA | 35-44 | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
2/18/2018
Condition: Migraine Headache
Overall rating 5.0
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This medication is the only thing that has worked for me for my migraines. I have tried several migraine medications with no results or relief. Despite what others say that itâ??s addictive or can create more headaches later - I have not had any negative effects and I have been using it for about 4 years plus whenever I feel a migraine coming on (when it is more effective ) or after onset. I am truly thankful for this medicine!

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4health | 55-64 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
11/15/2017
Condition: Migraine Headache
Overall rating 2.3
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Helped with neck nerve pain but nothing for headache.

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Anonymous | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
11/2/2017
Condition: Migraine Headache
Overall rating 1.7
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Taking more than once a week can and will cause rebound headaches

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Utah1954 | 55-64 | On medication for 10 years or more |
10/3/2017
Condition: Tension Headache
Overall rating 4.3
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I've used Fioricet for over 20 years for occasional tension headaches, since I am to avoid aspirin or NASIDS due to ulcer. I've been very careful to keep track of how often I use it, and find that sometimes a 1/2 tablet does the trick for mild headaches. I check annually with my doctors and they seem to agree that limiting to no more than 10 tablets a month is relatively safe. Bottom line is keep track of your usage and check regularly with your doctor, particularly if you find your dosage need increasing.Read More Read Less

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bragz | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
8/18/2017
Condition: Migraine Headache
Overall rating 5.0
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I have horrible side effects from the Triptans that I have tried. Feel like Im having a heart attack. I usually take Excedrin Migrane but I take Fioricet when Im working or I cant lay down. It helps a bit more.

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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
8/7/2017
Condition: Tension Headache
Overall rating 5.0
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I have been taking this medication for 10+ years on an as needed basis. I LOVE it! If I feel a tension headache coming on and take 2 tablets - it is gone within 30 minutes. I don't get these headaches very often but when I do this medication works wonders. :)

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missamie | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
5/8/2017
Condition: Tension Headache
Overall rating 5.0
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I get Tension Headaches and occasionally a Migraine headache. This medication works very well for me. I take it sparingly and always get relief. I do not notice any side effects.

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Broo | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
4/18/2017
Condition: Migraine Headache
Overall rating 3.3
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This drug is very addictive! I became very sick when they started weaning me off of it. I will never take it again.

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Dianna | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
3/22/2017
Condition: Migraine Headache
Overall rating 2.3
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I have tried everything for my migraines. Tried this for several weeks with no relief. Wish others better luck

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Hmansfield2014 | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
1/10/2017
Condition: Migraine Headache
Overall rating 2.0
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I have only been prescribed this medication for a month. It never works, it seems to make it worse then better. I'm not sure why that is. About 2 weeks ago i had one that was so severe that I ended up in the ER because the medication wasn't working. Again last night and into this morning i had another one and again the medication doesn't work. What else can i do?

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lisa | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years |
12/28/2016
Condition: Migraine Headache
Overall rating 3.0
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although it works , It is a HIGHLY addictive drug ..Please use this drug only short term

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