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Propranolol for migraine

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louise87148
louise87148

I started taking propranolol for migraine prevention. i took 80mg 1 a day. i was ok at first but then i started feeling light headed , lije my head was swimming. i also feel very weak, no energy & tightness in chest, especially if i was more physically active. im now on 40mg, see how that goes. im on this for migraine prevention. so have to see how it goes. otherwise i will have tofi d an alternative . Anyon else get tgese symptoms?

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  • moon53540
    moon53540 louise87148

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    you were on a very high dose and they reduce your blood pressure and slow your pulse right down so you have to be careful. I used to be on 10mg a day and I would get dizzy if I stood up too soon. The tightness in your chest may be something to keep your eye on, did you tell your doctor about that symptom?

  • nancy_shady
    nancy_shady louise87148

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    I've been on this medication for migraine for about 8 years. I only take 10 mg at bedtime. I have never had even one migraine since starting propranolol . Your dose seems really high. I might ask if it needs to be so strong. It really is good to lower your blood pressure (another reason I take it) but you will get dizzy if your blood pressure goes too low.

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