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Treatment for Cluster Headache

Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, reducing prostaglandin synthesis and inflammatory mediators. It provides analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects by blocking pain signal transmission and decreasing localized inflammation, offering symptomatic relief in cluster headache episodes.

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Have any of you tried a cocktail of 2 Benadryls with 2 Excedrins? I was skeptical but it made the CH tolerable.

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RevolutionaryBird575

2.0

Thank you I have been keeping a loose record but it seems to be cornered at just coital episodes. Over the counter is something but def just a dent. Cold shower helps but I have a dr appointment coming up. I believe my blood pressure is def the cause...View more

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chaoticsleepynpc

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I don't quite remember? I think around or before middle school? I remember running to tell my parents dramatically that I had the worst headache and my dad told me "kids don't get headaches they are headaches" My mom might have gave me something bu...View more

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Nic509

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Yes, I was told the same. They have a list of drugs that are classified based on whether they are safe during pregnancy. I don't know how they came up with the list, but I followed it because it's the best info we have right now. Anyway, good luck...View more

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