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Latchy
Latchy

i have been on propranolol for around 6 years 40mg x 3 daily. The frequency of my migraines has decreased dramatically thanks to this drug. It also helps with my anxiety as well. I used to take days off work at a time when I had a migraine and working for the NHS as a radiology manager this stressed me out. The Dr initially put me on the propranolol for anxiety/panic attacks, but this drug has worked extremely well in reducing the frequency and severity of my migraines. I have a one today, but am not bed ridden, I'm sitting in the lounge and able to watch TV (something I never used to be able do before). I can't take tryptans so was prescribed codeine phosphate 60mg to take every 4 hours as needed. Both work wonders and I hardly have anytime off work now. Today I am on annual leave. The only down side of the propranolol is the weight gain issues with me, I have gained almost 2 stone over the years I have been on the drug. But weighing up the pro's and cons have decided to stay on the propranolol and have started dieting and excercising.

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  • Kermodesmum
    Kermodesmum Latchy

    Posted

    Oh I so agree....although the weight gain is horrible, this is nothing compared to the days off work caused by the debilitating effects of a migraine.

    I don’t like taking a drug every day....but.......propranolol is definitely a miracle cure!

    Stay well

    • Latchy
      Latchy Kermodesmum

      Posted

      You are absolutely right. I was doing my own sick reviews at work due to my increased absence whilst suffering. Propranolol is excellent stuff though, hardly get them at all now.

      you stay well too

    • connie15091
      connie15091 Latchy

      Posted

      So I can take codridamol and my propans? Scared to but I'm sore! Not had to take any since being prescribed propans.. Xxx

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