The numbers say it all:
Migraine impacts over 37 million Americans and is the second leading cause of disability.
One in four households in America has a member with migraine.
Migraine is three times more common in women than men
The World Health Organization (WHO) places migraine as one of the ten most disabling medical illnesses on Earth.
Migraine costs more than $20 million each year in the U.S. due to direct medical expenses and lost productivity.
For patients who struggle with migraines, we have a unique treatment options in our compounding lab at Norland Avenue Pharmacy.
Piroxicam Troches ($2-3 each): Piroxicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat pain or inflammation. A troche is a small medicated lozenge designed to dissolve in your mouth. Therefore, a Piroxicam troche can provide rapid symptom relief due to the fast acting absorption while at the same time protecting your liver and gallbladder from damage.
A study of 40 patients was completed comparing a 40mg Piroxicam troche to a placebo for the treatment of migraine without aura. The medication was taken within two hours of the beginning of a migraine attack. In the group of patients treated with the Piroxicam troches, a significant reduction of pain intensity was observed after only 15 minutes. After an hour, headache had disappeared in 15 patients, became mild in four, and remained unchanged in only one subject. No side-effects were reported.
As always, compounded medications require a prescription. If you would like a handout to take to your practitioner regarding Piroxicam troches, please stop by the pharmacy and ask. We would be happy to provide you with one.
If you have questions, or would like information on our OTC migraine treatment options, please don't hesitate to stop by or call. Our specialists would be happy to answer whatever question you may have.
*These statements are culmination of the knowledge and experience of the team at Norland Pharmacy. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare provider with questions concerning any medical condition or treatment. Compounded medications are not reviewed by the FDA for safety or efficacy. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, and these products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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