Headache Medication Needed

[bklyn]

Extra Strength Tylenol isn't helping my tension headaches (start in the neck). Any suggestions for another OTC medication that is easy on the stomach but stronger than Tylenol?

Thanks

[celiacgirls]

I take 3 Advil for my headaches. The recommended dose of 1 - 2 does nothing for them. It doesn't bother my stomach but I'm not sure if it's easy on the stomach.

[jerseyangel]

I can't tolerate Ibuprofin, it makes me nauseous. For any pain that Tylenol won't touch, I use Extra Strength Bufferin. Some people can't use aspirin, but I can tolerate this fine--and it's great for pain.

It a matter of trying a few different things until you hit on the one that works while not causing side effects. Hope you feel better!

[chrissy]

aleve (naproxene sodium) is a pretty good pain killer------i think i used to take 2 instead of 1. OTC meds don't work for my tension headaches. i used darvocet for alot of years, but i have been on norco since my hysterectomy last year.

do you get tension headaches alot? i have had them for so long that i have lost the natural curve in my neck---the tense muscles caused it, i guess. i am just starting some exercises to try and help my neck and head stop hurting all the time. don't let yours get this bad!!!!!