Will a uk General practitioner prescribe co-codamol or similar formulations for intensifying migraine?
I have been asking this question for such a long time presently and as yet I have received no accurate response. I have be using co-codamol for several months now, and I find that it is a perfect tonic for my migraine symptoms, however of course tolerance ensue, so i will need to have it prescribed to manage the rocketing costs. Will a gp consent to this? Please respond near as much detail as you can : )
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cairanparadise, I found a list of general practitioner resources that can facilitate. http://www.generalpracticemedial.com
Good Luck!
Yes doctor's can prescribe over the counter meds. In fact if you have taken them for a while you really should see your doctor as they can be addictive.
Your doctor can also prescribe a superior dose co-codamol than you can buy.
You mention the cost. Unless you are on free prescriptions it is cheaper to keep buying them.
Possibly, depending on the individual gp. However they would want to confirm the diagnosis of migraine first and are more likely to want to prescribe a migraine-specific drug (such as domperamol, migraleve etc.) if they agree that your symptoms match the profile. If they conclude that you are experiencing persistent headaches instead they will not likely prescribe something so strong.
Bear in mind that if you are experiencing these symptoms frequently and are taking painkillers frequently (twice or more a week), later they could be producing 'rebound' - making your symptoms worse. If you are getting migraines this frequently, you may need a preventative drug instead. Source(s): Medical training
yes
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cairanparadise, I found a list of general practitioner resources that can facilitate. http://www.generalpracticemedial.com
Good Luck!
Yes doctor's can prescribe over the counter meds. In fact if you have taken them for a while you really should see your doctor as they can be addictive.
Your doctor can also prescribe a superior dose co-codamol than you can buy.
You mention the cost. Unless you are on free prescriptions it is cheaper to keep buying them.
Possibly, depending on the individual gp. However they would want to confirm the diagnosis of migraine first and are more likely to want to prescribe a migraine-specific drug (such as domperamol, migraleve etc.) if they agree that your symptoms match the profile. If they conclude that you are experiencing persistent headaches instead they will not likely prescribe something so strong.
Bear in mind that if you are experiencing these symptoms frequently and are taking painkillers frequently (twice or more a week), later they could be producing 'rebound' - making your symptoms worse. If you are getting migraines this frequently, you may need a preventative drug instead. Source(s): Medical training
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