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<blockquote data-quote="smallworld" data-source="post: 310280" data-attributes="member: 2423"><p>As you may know, my son has a long history of migraines (from age 4). He took 1000 mg Depakote for mood stabilization, and it did nothing for his migraines. Depakote also severely depressed him. He had to go back on his Propranolol (60 mg) for migraine prevention. While I'm not suggesting discontinuing Depakote if you're satisfied it's helping with rages, it really may not be touching your daughter's headaches. And it could be contributing to depression because it is more effective in treating mania than in treating depression (treats from above better than it treats from below). We ended up switching my son to Lamictal because he was so depressed on Depakote.</p><p> </p><p>The 50 mg Elavil all at once may have been too much of a shock to her system, but you're right that it could be a good choice if titrated slowly over time. I myself am taking 15 mg Elavil with 50 mg Topamax for migraines, stress, IBS and insomnia, and I'm doing well. I also know I have room to increase if my symptoms get out of control.</p><p> </p><p>SSRIs like Lexapro can contribute to headaches and insomnia. It happened to me.</p><p> </p><p>I'm glad you're seeing a new neuro. I hope a fresh set of eyes will offer new treatment and new hope for your daughter. Hugs.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="smallworld, post: 310280, member: 2423"] As you may know, my son has a long history of migraines (from age 4). He took 1000 mg Depakote for mood stabilization, and it did nothing for his migraines. Depakote also severely depressed him. He had to go back on his Propranolol (60 mg) for migraine prevention. While I'm not suggesting discontinuing Depakote if you're satisfied it's helping with rages, it really may not be touching your daughter's headaches. And it could be contributing to depression because it is more effective in treating mania than in treating depression (treats from above better than it treats from below). We ended up switching my son to Lamictal because he was so depressed on Depakote. The 50 mg Elavil all at once may have been too much of a shock to her system, but you're right that it could be a good choice if titrated slowly over time. I myself am taking 15 mg Elavil with 50 mg Topamax for migraines, stress, IBS and insomnia, and I'm doing well. I also know I have room to increase if my symptoms get out of control. SSRIs like Lexapro can contribute to headaches and insomnia. It happened to me. I'm glad you're seeing a new neuro. I hope a fresh set of eyes will offer new treatment and new hope for your daughter. Hugs. [/QUOTE]
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