What you need to know about Aimovig, the new migraine shot

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi everyone! So you all know: while this is the most-watched KZbin video on Aimovig, it's also one of the first. 2018 - how time flies! Check out my Aimovig (erenumab) playlist for newer videos, right here: kzbin.info/aero/PL3adjIeYuuKZXFm8sUtTi2_bj-nxtbHlh

[@Frank289100]

DOCTOR, TRY THIS. 10 YEARS AGO I RAN INTO A FELLOW A BAKER WHO HAD SUFFERED FOR MANY YEARS WITH MIGRAINE HEADACHES. AT THE TIME HE WAS TAKING IMITREX INJECTIONS AND TOLD ME THAT IT DIDN'T WORK ALL THE TIME AND THAT HE WAS THINKING OF COMMITTING SUICIDE, BECAUSE HE COULDN'T BEAR THE PAIN ANY LONGER. SO I WENT OVER TO THE PHARMACY DOWN THE BLOCK AND BOUGHT A DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER FOR $13.99 PLUS TAX. I WENT BACK TO HIM AND GAVE IT TO HIM AS A GIFT. AND INSTRUCTED HIM HOW TO USE IT. THAT HE WAS THE PUT IT OF HIS FOREHEAD, THEN MOVED DOWN TO THE BRIDGE AND BOTH SIDES OF HIS NOSE, AND THEN THE THE CHEEK ALTERNATING TO EACH SIDE. I TOLD HIM THE PREMISE BEHIND THIS IS TO VIBRATE THE FLUID LOOSE IN THE INNER SINUS CAVITY WHICH CANNOT DRAIN. WHICH FROM THE BACK PRESSURE OF FLUID BUILD-UP WAS THE CASE OF THESE MIGRAINE HEAD ACHES. WEEKS LATER WHEN I SAW HIM HE SAID I'D MARRY YOU IF YOU WERE A WOMEN. HE SAID YOU TOTALLY CURED ME, THAT HE NO LONGER GET MIGRAINE HEADACHE AND THE CURE WAS A SIMPLE FOOT MASSAGER. TODAY THEY NO LONGER MAKE THOSE DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER. BUT ANY HAND HELD MASSAGER WILL DO. IF MEDICATIONS LIKE THIS IS CAUSING HAIRLOSS, THINK ABOUT WHAT OTHER DAMAGE IT MAYBE DOING TO THE BODY. I DISCOVERED THIS CURE AROUND 15 YEARS AGO.

[@RBLong0928]

Injected first dose Monday. This is Thursday. No full out migraine yet. THAT'S big. Administrating this is easy. I didn't feel the needle it was so small. No side effects. I am the type on disability, tried everything, has at least 23 a month and my husband hid my 380 hand gun.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Barbie, that sounds like a much-needed step in the right direction. I have had about 10 patients start Aimovig so far. I have heard similar reports from them.

[@redmouse1967]

How’s it going after 10 months?

[@suz6630]

Worked great for me for a year and a half, then I started getting horrible upper respiratory infections that landed me in the hospital for a week. Come to find out it can cause long term effects including upper respiratory infections. Stay safe.

[@belair57lowriders34]

Thank you Dr, I just started Aimovig in February 2023 and so far no side affects what so ever but it's working , Yeah,

[@imasteelrose]

I just used my third injection. I used to average between 6 and 16 migraines a month. With my first injection at Christmas time - I had 4 migraines. My second injection I went down to 1 migraine in a month. I am absolutely thrilled! No side effects. The only real con is my co-pay is $80. I still have the Maxalt for when I get a migraine and it still works well for me. So far I am loving the Aimovig!

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi, Rose Norton! Thanks for sharing your experience! Still loving it?

[@MaddieBullock]

The headache specialist I go to just prescribed this for me, I’m nervous only because I’ve had headaches(that continue from the time I wake up to the time I go to bed) since 2011 and no medication has helped at all so I’m looking forward to seeing if Aimovig works. I’m hoping for the best.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi Maddie! It sounds like your brain has had enough headaches for one lifetime. I hope Aimovig works for you! Let us know how it goes?

[@pornstarlivesmatter3319]

@@Metqa our family doctor gave us a free sample! let me know if it worked my daughter suffers day and night also so we are 3 days in!!

[@shelbyshelby3936]

Maddie Bullock ~ I can’t imagine what that must be like. I’ve had migraines for over 20yrs now. The frequency of occurrence went from 1 occasionally to now being pretty much weekly-and that’s with me being mindful of all my triggers. I thought weekly(lasting 1-5 days) was bad. I couldn’t fathom daily. I started Aimovig last month November and am now on my 2nd dose. I haven’t seen any improvement yet but I think it has to do with the timing(weather/bar pressure is a major trigger for me) I am optimistic however and I truly hope it works for you. All the best!

[@TomBey2]

Thank you for your kindness. This video reduced any anxiety I had about self injection. Here is hoping!!!

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi Evelyn Brethour! 😀 Thanks for letting us know! It's been a while? How are you doing? tinyurl.com/SubscribeToTheHeadacheChannel

[@scullin225]

Worked awesome for concussion migraines. Been a huge life saver.

[@nataliesayre93]

Thank you! About to administer my first round of injections and this reinforced everything my neurologist showed me in her office.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Thank you for the positive reinforcement! How did the first round go? I have had a couple of patients say they felt "tired" or "fatigued" after the injection.

[@luzgonzalez4859]

I just tried my first dose. I'm pleased to say it's easy to apply. And my headaches have not been as bad. I now have my second for the month of July 2018. And I'm hoping my headaches get better. I can honestly say about 10 %. Hey that means alot. Hope this is good information for someone who has not yet tried it. Good luck to all. I'll keep up with my second one. Fingers crossed.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Luz: that's very helpful information. 10% is a start, and I hope it keeps getting better.

[@aminah761]

Luz Gonzalez any side effects

[@luzgonzalez4859]

No I actually didn't get any side effects. The only thing I'm fighting now for my insurance to cover. And the insurance just says it's to soon for the insurance to cover. I'm saddened by this. I'm in desperate need for another treat of amiovig and can't get it. I recommend anyone to try it. It did help me. I had 2 treatments. Good luck to all those who are able to continue this treatment. I've gone back to my horrible headaches. I wish the company can help. God bless u all

[@brandewynne3443]

@@luzgonzalez4859 Ask your neurologist for the Aimovig card pamphlet. It is something where you sign up on the Aimovig site and answer questions to qualify to get a $5 copay of the drug. They did that because people are having such a hard time with the insurance (including me). I think you can get a whole year like that

[@stephanieboyer5466]

Thank you so much for this!!! I was nervous about giving myself the shot and this calmed my nerves. I now understand how easy it really is.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi, Stephanie Boyer! So, now it's been a while, how are you doing?

[@courtneyritter1285]

Thank you, gave myself 1st shot with help of your video

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! How have things turned out, Courtney Ritter? 😄

[@frankiesayspanic]

Thank you for this! I should be getting mine in the mail any day. I’m excited to try it but a little nervous about administering it. This was helpful!

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

So far, the biggest surprise for most of my patients was "That's it!? That's all?"

[@naserramrodi7946]

special THANKS....MR DR very usful explaine God bless you Dr naser irani living in capital of pakistan

[@naserramrodi7946]

my great doctor krob THANKS @@TheHeadacheChannel

[@tareknasr7061]

I would love to know if it did improvement or no My mother will start this injection

[@reginamoreno5137]

Thank you for this, I really could not read the tiny print insert, and my glasses are broken. I have been putting this off for a few weeks, I was nervous. Well now I have a giant migraine, and I decided to watch this video on how to inject the meds. It is gradually working, and I am starting to feel better. Thank you for this video

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Woot! So glad that it's starting to work for you Regina!

[@pornstarlivesmatter3319]

my daughter just got this a few days ago and i pray it works and i pray NO side effects. it is super expensive

[@julieguyette7078]

aimovig has an rx $5 copay deal if you sign up through the website. it’s called the aimovig access card.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi, erin rossi! How are the side effects? Any updates on cost?

[@pornstarlivesmatter3319]

@@TheHeadacheChannel OK SO LUCKILY OUR FAMILY DR. HAS GIVEN HER SAMPLES BUT THEY HAVEN'T TAKEN HER HEADACHES AWAY AND A MONTH AGO SHE WENT IN FOR BOTOX SHOTS WHICH WERE COVERED BY INSURANCE BELIEVE IT OR NOT!!! I HAVE WATCHED MANY VIDEOS ON THE BOTOX WHERE MANY SAY IT TAKES WEEKS BEFORE THEY START WORKING SO.... ZERO SIDE EFFECTS FROM THE AIMOVIG BUT FROM WHAT I UNDERSTAND THEY WORK BETTER THE MORE TIME HAS PASSES. OUR NEXT STEP WILL BE TO TRY A DAITH PIERCING IN HER EAR WHICH A NURSE AT THE DR.'S OFFICE SAID WORKED FOR HER?? MY DAUGHTERS LIFE HAS SUFFERED FROM HAVING TO DEAL WITH THESE EVERY SINGLE DAY SO WE WILL TRY ANYTHING REGARDLESS OF LONG TERM EFFECTS AT THIS POINT EVEN IF THAT MEANS AFFECTING HAVING CHILDREN IN THE FUTURE! MY DAUGHTER IS 25 AND HAS ZERO LIFE DUE TO LIVING WITH SUCH SEVERE HEADACHES.

[@BethBoots]

Perfect timing, I am getting ready to use Aimovig for the 1st time today! This was very helpful! Here's hoping it works, I have 2 to 7 migraines a week and Topomax was really killing my word finding skills and I was still getting numerous breakthrough migraines.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi, Beth Bootsma! Thanks for sharing your experience. How are things these days?

[@BethBoots]

@@TheHeadacheChannel Things were going well with Aimovig samples, I'm now on Botox trial due to insurance. My migraines lessened dramatically on Aimovig. Thank you for asking.

[@Frank289100]

10 YEARS AGO I RAN INTO A FELLOW A BAKER WHO HAD SUFFERED FOR MANY YEARS WITH MIGRAINE HEADACHES. AT THE TIME HE WAS TAKING IMITREX INJECTIONS AND TOLD ME THAT IT DIDN'T WORK ALL THE TIME AND THAT HE WAS THINKING OF COMMITTING SUICIDE, BECAUSE HE COULDN'T BEAR THE PAIN ANY LONGER. SO I WENT OVER TO THE PHARMACY DOWN THE BLOCK AND BOUGHT A DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER FOR $13.99 PLUS TAX. I WENT BACK TO HIM AND GAVE IT TO HIM AS A GIFT. AND INSTRUCTED HIM HOW TO USE IT. THAT HE WAS THE PUT IT OF HIS FOREHEAD, THEN MOVED DOWN TO THE BRIDGE AND BOTH SIDES OF HIS NOSE, AND THEN THE THE CHEEK ALTERNATING TO EACH SIDE. I TOLD HIM THE PREMISE BEHIND THIS IS TO VIBRATE THE FLUID LOOSE IN THE INNER SINUS CAVITY WHICH CANNOT DRAIN. WHICH FROM THE BACK PRESSURE OF FLUID BUILD-UP WAS THE CASE OF THESE MIGRAINE HEAD ACHES. WEEKS LATER WHEN I SAW HIM HE SAID I'D MARRY YOU IF YOU WERE A WOMEN. HE SAID YOU TOTALLY CURED ME, THAT HE NO LONGER GET MIGRAINE HEADACHE AND THE CURE WAS A SIMPLE FOOT MASSAGER. TODAY THEY NO LONGER MAKE THOSE DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER. BUT ANY HAND HELD MASSAGER WILL DO. IF MEDICATIONS LIKE THIS IS CAUSING HAIRLOSS, THINK ABOUT WHAT OTHER DAMAGE IT MAYBE DOING TO THE BODY. I DISCOVERED THIS CURE AROUND 15 YEARS AGO.

[@ninananoucha5212]

Thnk u i am suffered my life stoped because migraines 😥😢😢 i am happy for this injection thnk you thnk you thnk you 🌹🌷🌸

[@slightlysoulfulspatula]

Thank you for this demo! My meds just got delivered and I'll be doing my first injection tonight. The printed instructions are good, but a video is great! Thanks again!

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi, Michelle J! Thanks for sharing your experience. Updates?

[@mstipsysadventures]

Thank you for this video. I just received a phone call regarding this. I’m excited to try it. Praying it helps.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi Ms Tipsy's Kitchen! So!? How are you doing!? tinyurl.com/SubscribeToTheHeadacheChannel

[@jawadalam7918]

I need this badly. It will change my life

[@Ilovevintage77]

Thanks Doc! Just got my aimovig delivered by Cvs today I’m nervous and excited all in one I’ve been suffering horribly for years and tried everything you can imagine. Thank you for the demonstration. I just wanna make sure I’m doing it right when I do administer the dose later. This was very helpful to calm my nerves. I’m hoping this is something that I can get a good response from in addition to everything I’m doing or perhaps I can stop doing Botox or taking as many meds and get my life back. Have a wonderful day

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi, singergrrl77! Thanks for sharing your experience. Any updates?

[@Ashsplashplays]

Has it helped you since?

[@Hendrik70]

New quality of life for me after the third injection. No side effects so far.

[@MrsCCoffman]

Thank you for the demonstration video. My first dose got delivered today. I plan to give myself the injection later today.

[@nupurhazarika1214]

MrsCCoffman please let us all know if it worked

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

MrsC: How did the injection go?

[@ncredbird3998]

I just took my first injections praying this works. I've been on so many injections, pills, treatments and even surgery to try to relieve migraines. Fingers crossed with added prayers this is the magic i need so badly

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi, NC redbird! Thanks for sharing your experience. How did things turn out?

[@WeGotTurboGaming]

Update?

[@datsexycherry694u2nv]

Did it work for you

[@ola6482]

Me too! I just took my first injection 🤞

[@whitelight6621]

Didn't do anything for me

[@julieengle9976]

will be getting mine also soon. wish you would have shown exactly where the injection spot will be on back of arm & other spots

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi, Julie Engle! That's good feedback, so I made a new Aimovig injection video. Check it out!

[@fossilsue]

I was prescribed this today by my neurologist. I am nervous about starting this new medication. I have had migraines for apprx 40 yrs. I started having them almost daily 10 yrs ago. I had a heart attack in Feb '19 and am on blood thinners plus many other meds. I have Lupus plus other health problems. Thank You for the video.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

You're welcome! How have things turned out?

[@aprilbolivar4719]

Used this the first time today. Fairly easy and only bruising at injection site. Thanks for this informative video!

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Did you try thigh or tummy?

[@aprilbolivar4719]

@@TheHeadacheChannel I did thigh. By the second time I was better at it and no more bruising. It has reduced my migraines and the only issue I am having is with the constipation but i was prone to it before also.

[@datsexycherry694u2nv]

@@aprilbolivar4719 any side effects

[@aprilbolivar4719]

@@datsexycherry694u2nv yeah it gave me really bad constipation. So that and my insurance refusing to cover it made me stop using it.

[@datsexycherry694u2nv]

@@aprilbolivar4719 so it was just constipation

[@jorgejiles5806]

Got mine on Monday. So far so good. Just want to add that if you do not hear the second click just check the window in the middle of the pen. If it is completely yellow, the medicine has been applied. It happened to one of my injections. Had my first tried at a clinic and a nurse mentioned that sometimes this happens. Good luck to all.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Great tip, Jorge Jiles! Thank you!

[@Frank289100]

10 YEARS AGO I RAN INTO A FELLOW A BAKER WHO HAD SUFFERED FOR MANY YEARS WITH MIGRAINE HEADACHES. AT THE TIME HE WAS TAKING IMITREX INJECTIONS AND TOLD ME THAT IT DIDN'T WORK ALL THE TIME AND THAT HE WAS THINKING OF COMMITTING SUICIDE, BECAUSE HE COULDN'T BEAR THE PAIN ANY LONGER. SO I WENT OVER TO THE PHARMACY DOWN THE BLOCK AND BOUGHT A DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER FOR $13.99 PLUS TAX. I WENT BACK TO HIM AND GAVE IT TO HIM AS A GIFT. AND INSTRUCTED HIM HOW TO USE IT. THAT HE WAS THE PUT IT OF HIS FOREHEAD, THEN MOVED DOWN TO THE BRIDGE AND BOTH SIDES OF HIS NOSE, AND THEN THE THE CHEEK ALTERNATING TO EACH SIDE. I TOLD HIM THE PREMISE BEHIND THIS IS TO VIBRATE THE FLUID LOOSE IN THE INNER SINUS CAVITY WHICH CANNOT DRAIN. WHICH FROM THE BACK PRESSURE OF FLUID BUILD-UP WAS THE CASE OF THESE MIGRAINE HEAD ACHES. WEEKS LATER WHEN I SAW HIM HE SAID I'D MARRY YOU IF YOU WERE A WOMEN. HE SAID YOU TOTALLY CURED ME, THAT HE NO LONGER GET MIGRAINE HEADACHE AND THE CURE WAS A SIMPLE FOOT MASSAGER. TODAY THEY NO LONGER MAKE THOSE DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER. BUT ANY HAND HELD MASSAGER WILL DO. IF MEDICATIONS LIKE THIS IS CAUSING HAIRLOSS, THINK ABOUT WHAT OTHER DAMAGE IT MAYBE DOING TO THE BODY. I DISCOVERED THIS CURE AROUND 15 YEARS AGO.

[@datsexycherry694u2nv]

Any side effects

[@jorgejiles5806]

@@datsexycherry694u2nv I have been on this med for over two years now. Although I do not think it is a cure (at least for me) it has help me to go from 8+ headaches per month to 2-3 per month. And when I get them, a couple of Tylenols do the trick. Before, nothing would help. I have had some months with 4-5 headaches but they are far in between. So I would say definitely an improvement. I hope in the future pharmaceuticals come up with pills options as it is a bit of a pain to be scheduling things around the shots. I do not want to miss one. As per side effects, the only thing that has been noticeable is constipation. I have been using a natural laxative when it gets bad. Good luck.

[@Metqa]

I got a double dose of aimovig in December after trying for several months to get someone to believe that I actually needed treatment. I was having headaches pretty much every day for the past 3 to 4 years now and I tried Duloxetine nortriptyline gralise Gabapentin Topamax. I can't even see straight because of the medicine I take even though it's low dose and I tried clinical trials for something that's not even going to be approved for another two years. so since December my migraines have not been everyday anymore, but maybe every other day, and the intensity of the migraine has decreased enough that I can still function most of the time as opposed to not being able to leave the house. Since I now have a full-time job I need to be able to function and this seems to be helping tremendously .some days I feel normal all day long. I'm getting ready to take my third dose and I'm so happy about it. If this is Placebo effect then I'll take it. I might actually be able to Garden again for the first time in four years. It's funny now I can feel the other symptoms that I have now that I don't feel the headache all the time.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Thank you for sharing this story!

[@Msbadu3x3]

It’s horrible! My digestion is at an all time low! I can’t go to the bathroom😭 after my 2nd shot I was able to recover from constipation, after the 3rd shot I have been totally miserable. I’m done with Aimovig. One of the side effects is constipation that is so bad that it can lead to hospitalization... I think I will have to seek medical attention soon.

[@amyjacquelineg.9541]

Starting it today. Thanks for demo.

[@randomthatsme1]

Curtis Tisberger Since you’re such a smart ass, what do you suggest people with chronic migraines do huh? GFY.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Thank you for your support, AmyJacqueline Galvin! Making The Headache Channel is hard work. Your encouragement really helps!

[@Frank289100]

10 YEARS AGO I RAN INTO A FELLOW A BAKER WHO HAD SUFFERED FOR MANY YEARS WITH MIGRAINE HEADACHES. AT THE TIME HE WAS TAKING IMITREX INJECTIONS AND TOLD ME THAT IT DIDN'T WORK ALL THE TIME AND THAT HE WAS THINKING OF COMMITTING SUICIDE, BECAUSE HE COULDN'T BEAR THE PAIN ANY LONGER. SO I WENT OVER TO THE PHARMACY DOWN THE BLOCK AND BOUGHT A DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER FOR $13.99 PLUS TAX. I WENT BACK TO HIM AND GAVE IT TO HIM AS A GIFT. AND INSTRUCTED HIM HOW TO USE IT. THAT HE WAS THE PUT IT OF HIS FOREHEAD, THEN MOVED DOWN TO THE BRIDGE AND BOTH SIDES OF HIS NOSE, AND THEN THE THE CHEEK ALTERNATING TO EACH SIDE. I TOLD HIM THE PREMISE BEHIND THIS IS TO VIBRATE THE FLUID LOOSE IN THE INNER SINUS CAVITY WHICH CANNOT DRAIN. WHICH FROM THE BACK PRESSURE OF FLUID BUILD-UP WAS THE CASE OF THESE MIGRAINE HEAD ACHES. WEEKS LATER WHEN I SAW HIM HE SAID I'D MARRY YOU IF YOU WERE A WOMEN. HE SAID YOU TOTALLY CURED ME, THAT HE NO LONGER GET MIGRAINE HEADACHE AND THE CURE WAS A SIMPLE FOOT MASSAGER. TODAY THEY NO LONGER MAKE THOSE DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER. BUT ANY HAND HELD MASSAGER WILL DO. IF MEDICATIONS LIKE THIS IS CAUSING HAIRLOSS, THINK ABOUT WHAT OTHER DAMAGE IT MAYBE DOING TO THE BODY. I DISCOVERED THIS CURE AROUND 15 YEARS AGO.

[@markweiss872]

My wife has been using Aimovig - thanks to Dr. Krob's video, which is what she has been using for injection information. She had good results the first month, but did the injection late the second month, with not such good results. Some relief, but the last week - just injected it this morning - has had 4 migraines in 5 days. We're hoping to try 140mg in hopes that will have a better effect. Incidentally, one of the major problems we're dealing with is a really bad neurologist! I won't go into detail, but he is at a major state teaching hospital, and we had to contact the institution's ombudsman to get him to respond to messages. We tried going through our family doctor, but either the Aimovig company, or the insurance company, will only deal with a neurologist. Which is fine if you're Dr. Krob's patient, but can be a real problem in getting things like pre-approvals done in a timely manner.

[@julieguyette7078]

i’m having the same issue. used successfully for 4 months and the last 2 months no relief at all. interested in finding out of others have info to help.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! How have things turned out, Mark Weiss?

[@Frank289100]

10 YEARS AGO I RAN INTO A FELLOW A BAKER WHO HAD SUFFERED FOR MANY YEARS WITH MIGRAINE HEADACHES. AT THE TIME HE WAS TAKING IMITREX INJECTIONS AND TOLD ME THAT IT DIDN'T WORK ALL THE TIME AND THAT HE WAS THINKING OF COMMITTING SUICIDE, BECAUSE HE COULDN'T BEAR THE PAIN ANY LONGER. SO I WENT OVER TO THE PHARMACY DOWN THE BLOCK AND BOUGHT A DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER FOR $13.99 PLUS TAX. I WENT BACK TO HIM AND GAVE IT TO HIM AS A GIFT. AND INSTRUCTED HIM HOW TO USE IT. THAT HE WAS THE PUT IT OF HIS FOREHEAD, THEN MOVED DOWN TO THE BRIDGE AND BOTH SIDES OF HIS NOSE, AND THEN THE THE CHEEK ALTERNATING TO EACH SIDE. I TOLD HIM THE PREMISE BEHIND THIS IS TO VIBRATE THE FLUID LOOSE IN THE INNER SINUS CAVITY WHICH CANNOT DRAIN. WHICH FROM THE BACK PRESSURE OF FLUID BUILD-UP WAS THE CASE OF THESE MIGRAINE HEAD ACHES. WEEKS LATER WHEN I SAW HIM HE SAID I'D MARRY YOU IF YOU WERE A WOMEN. HE SAID YOU TOTALLY CURED ME, THAT HE NO LONGER GET MIGRAINE HEADACHE AND THE CURE WAS A SIMPLE FOOT MASSAGER. TODAY THEY NO LONGER MAKE THOSE DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER. BUT ANY HAND HELD MASSAGER WILL DO. IF MEDICATIONS LIKE THIS IS CAUSING HAIRLOSS, THINK ABOUT WHAT OTHER DAMAGE IT MAYBE DOING TO THE BODY. I DISCOVERED THIS CURE AROUND 15 YEARS AGO.

[@chameleofly]

Just injected my first dose, actually hurt more than I expected but nothing compared to a migraine. I was having up to 14 migraines a month, just 1 shy of qualifying for the botox treatment. Figured out that eggs were a food trigger and eliminated that from my diet and I did get a couple fewer a month. I have tried most of the preventatives but had such bad side effects or reactions to them that I would rather have the migraine :( During pregnancy they were mostly manageable with Tylenol, thank goodness. They did come back though, but since weaning they have gone right back to where they were before baby (8-12 per month). I have been managing fairly well with the tryptan but I still lose half to whole days each time I have a migraine. Heard about this medication and was practically in tears at the prospect of having something actually help prevent my migraines. Was pretty nervous about taking it, given my bad luck with side effects and having never given myself an injection, but fingers crossed this works! Wish everyone else trying this good luck too!

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi, chameleofly! Thanks for sharing your experience. Are you still doing well?

[@chameleofly]

@@TheHeadacheChannel Yes! Aimovig has been a LIFE CHANGER. I now only have a few migraines a month (compared to the 12-15) and they are much more manageable, and less intense. It is absolutely amazing. I had one week this spring where I had several (weather related) and it was much more like it was pre-Aimovig, and I can't believe that was my life for years, it sucked. I am so thankful for this medication. The only thing I'd like to know more about is the risks with pregnancy, what is known about transmission, side effects etc,. Since it is a biologic and I have no side effects (other than fewer migraines). Thanks!

[@Frank289100]

10 YEARS AGO I RAN INTO A FELLOW A BAKER WHO HAD SUFFERED FOR MANY YEARS WITH MIGRAINE HEADACHES. AT THE TIME HE WAS TAKING IMITREX INJECTIONS AND TOLD ME THAT IT DIDN'T WORK ALL THE TIME AND THAT HE WAS THINKING OF COMMITTING SUICIDE, BECAUSE HE COULDN'T BEAR THE PAIN ANY LONGER. SO I WENT OVER TO THE PHARMACY DOWN THE BLOCK AND BOUGHT A DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER FOR $13.99 PLUS TAX. I WENT BACK TO HIM AND GAVE IT TO HIM AS A GIFT. AND INSTRUCTED HIM HOW TO USE IT. THAT HE WAS THE PUT IT OF HIS FOREHEAD, THEN MOVED DOWN TO THE BRIDGE AND BOTH SIDES OF HIS NOSE, AND THEN THE THE CHEEK ALTERNATING TO EACH SIDE. I TOLD HIM THE PREMISE BEHIND THIS IS TO VIBRATE THE FLUID LOOSE IN THE INNER SINUS CAVITY WHICH CANNOT DRAIN. WHICH FROM THE BACK PRESSURE OF FLUID BUILD-UP WAS THE CASE OF THESE MIGRAINE HEAD ACHES. WEEKS LATER WHEN I SAW HIM HE SAID I'D MARRY YOU IF YOU WERE A WOMEN. HE SAID YOU TOTALLY CURED ME, THAT HE NO LONGER GET MIGRAINE HEADACHE AND THE CURE WAS A SIMPLE FOOT MASSAGER. TODAY THEY NO LONGER MAKE THOSE DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER. BUT ANY HAND HELD MASSAGER WILL DO. IF MEDICATIONS LIKE THIS IS CAUSING HAIRLOSS, THINK ABOUT WHAT OTHER DAMAGE IT MAYBE DOING TO THE BODY. I DISCOVERED THIS CURE AROUND 15 YEARS AGO.

[@datsexycherry694u2nv]

Any side effects and how long they lasted

[@anderson2828]

My Neuro just prescribed it to me....im excited to use it, but nervous bc there isnt much info on it yet.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi Leigh Ann! Thanks for watching! I agree with you. I know that the developers of Aimovig had to prove that Aimovig is safe, but I'll feel better about the safety after it's been on the market a while. Want to let us know how you do?

[@anderson2828]

Were waiting to see if insurance will approve it. She requested Aimovig and Botox. I have a dx of persistent migraine with visual aura , its 24-7 pain on left side of my head. I have vertigo and lightheadness and all the fun stuff so im really hoping this works.

[@aminah761]

Leigh Ann hopefully it works I have the vertigo n lightheaded too 😩 it’s scary n awful

[@anderson2828]

I know its rough, dont be scared to try it. At least the side effects are barely any with this. You wont know if it works until you try it, which seems to be the key to migraine treatments.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Most of my patients are getting a response from Aimovig in 1-2 weeks or less. The free trial arrives in the 4 to 6 week range. Unfortunately, we have had a lot of insurance denials.

[@cynthiapack9540]

thank you so much. this was very informational and helpful for me to understand how and where to insert the amovig shot. I have tried everything else and i hope that this works

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

I hope it works for you too! I will be posting an Aimovig update soon. If you want, let us know your own update.

[@BootstrapLil]

Thank you for posting this. Very Helpful.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Thank you for your support, R H! Making The Headache Channel is hard work. Your encouragement really helps!💜👍

[@JENSATFAR]

Perfect! Thank you so much for this video.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi, Jenn Farr! Thanks for the thanks! Made my day! tinyurl.com/SubscribeToTheHeadacheChannel

[@sugamehoney]

Thank you I received mine today

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Ooooh! Exciting! I'm sure we'd all love to know how it went!

[@aminah761]

sugamehoney did it help any for u was their any side effects

[@giuliocapua1243]

thank you so much for this. I am getting mine tomorrow. Nervous but excited. I suffer from hemicrania continua.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Giulio: Hemicrania continua is another interesting primary headache diagnosis. I have to point out that Aimovig is indicated for migraine.

[@dancingqueen2526]

thank you for this demonstration

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi, Dancing Queen! Thank you for your encouragement. How have things played out for you?

[@dancingqueen2526]

@@TheHeadacheChannel its been good. Works well

[@vl3094]

What is the price? Please

[@bertvillarreal5358]

Bio Logy it can be free from the manufacturer if you don’t have insurance. Depending on your insurance it could be as little as $5 a month!

[@julieguyette7078]

insurance copay generally $70 per injection but aimovig access card $5 copay available to sign up for on aimovig website.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi, V L! That's a great question. All of these new treatments seem expensive... until you add up the cost of having a migraine. If you have commercial insurance, you can get most of these treatments for almost no money out of pocket.

[@tipandguy]

Very helpful and reassuring!

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Thank you for the encouraging feedback!

[@ahmeda.1185]

Thank you Dr for the informative video. On another note if you may, what kind of watch is this that you are wearing ☺️

[@braidingdoll8226]

Been on it after 3 doses, OmG 😳 thank God

[@luzgonzalez4859]

I suffer migraine headaches everyday. I've tried botox 3 times. Doesn't seem to work. I'm hoping this will work. I'm scared . The headaches consume my everyday activity. My neuro prescribed. Whom ever does this treatment . Please let us know how it goes. Good luck to all.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Let us know how you do with your first injection. Even better (if you're willing) post a video reply showing your injection. You will be leading the way for others.

[@Ilovevintage77]

How did it work out for you I see it’s been five months since this, and I’m going to try and line up for the very first time tonight I just got it delivered from the pharmacy I’m very nervous but excited I suffer daily intractable migraines and I am tired of suffering I’ve been trying every single thing under the sun for years and I want my life back I really hope this might’ve worked for you

[@shandlemattox5682]

I took my first shot today.I have migraines any where from 2 to 4 times out of a week ,I really hope that this works for me.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

It’s working for a lot of people... and if it doesn’t, we now ha e other options.

[@stevenhensley61]

How has it worked for you shandle? Any side effects, I am doing my first injection today. Currently 4 migraines weekly.

[@datsexycherry694u2nv]

Did you have any reaction to this

[@datsexycherry694u2nv]

@@stevenhensley61 how did it work for you I got my first shot and and having side effects

[@stevenhensley61]

@@datsexycherry694u2nv I was super dizzy/foggy for a couple days. That has since gone away. I've noticed a slight decrease in headaches and can drink alcohol now without getting instant headaches. I still will get 5ish migraines a month.

[@Katie5550]

Thank you, this was very helpful.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Thanks for the positive feedback!

[@mpg6445]

Starting today...thank you

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi MP G! 😀 Thanks for letting us know! It's been a while? How have you been doing? tinyurl.com/SubscribeToTheHeadacheChannel

[@Frank289100]

10 YEARS AGO I RAN INTO A FELLOW A BAKER WHO HAD SUFFERED FOR MANY YEARS WITH MIGRAINE HEADACHES. AT THE TIME HE WAS TAKING IMITREX INJECTIONS AND TOLD ME THAT IT DIDN'T WORK ALL THE TIME AND THAT HE WAS THINKING OF COMMITTING SUICIDE, BECAUSE HE COULDN'T BEAR THE PAIN ANY LONGER. SO I WENT OVER TO THE PHARMACY DOWN THE BLOCK AND BOUGHT A DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER FOR $13.99 PLUS TAX. I WENT BACK TO HIM AND GAVE IT TO HIM AS A GIFT. AND INSTRUCTED HIM HOW TO USE IT. THAT HE WAS THE PUT IT OF HIS FOREHEAD, THEN MOVED DOWN TO THE BRIDGE AND BOTH SIDES OF HIS NOSE, AND THEN THE THE CHEEK ALTERNATING TO EACH SIDE. I TOLD HIM THE PREMISE BEHIND THIS IS TO VIBRATE THE FLUID LOOSE IN THE INNER SINUS CAVITY WHICH CANNOT DRAIN. WHICH FROM THE BACK PRESSURE OF FLUID BUILD-UP WAS THE CASE OF THESE MIGRAINE HEAD ACHES. WEEKS LATER WHEN I SAW HIM HE SAID I'D MARRY YOU IF YOU WERE A WOMEN. HE SAID YOU TOTALLY CURED ME, THAT HE NO LONGER GET MIGRAINE HEADACHE AND THE CURE WAS A SIMPLE FOOT MASSAGER. TODAY THEY NO LONGER MAKE THOSE DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER. BUT ANY HAND HELD MASSAGER WILL DO. IF MEDICATIONS LIKE THIS IS CAUSING HAIRLOSS, THINK ABOUT WHAT OTHER DAMAGE IT MAYBE DOING TO THE BODY. I DISCOVERED THIS CURE AROUND 15 YEARS AGO.

[@mpg6445]

@@TheHeadacheChannel aimovig didn't work as well...and I had a cardiac event with it so they switched me to emgality. Four months, same thing....so now I am just stuck basically. Thanks for reaching out.

[@msbigjane]

I'm about to try this. Wish me luck.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Nice to hear from you, Jane A.! Thanks for your comment. 💜 How did things turn out?

[@msbigjane]

@@TheHeadacheChannel It's been going really great. I started out with the 70 mg and had to up it to the 140 mg which seems to be working great. The only thing I notice is that after taking the shot I have at least 2 days of migraines then I'm good till the next shot. I received ubrelvy last year to aid with those migraines that try to sneak in before my next shot and that seems to help a great deal.

[@jennifertuck7]

Do you need to discard in sharps container?

[@julieguyette7078]

my rx came with one. you can ask your pharmacy

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi, Jennifer Tuck! Great question. Answer: Yes. Or check with your local trash service to see if you can use an alternative.

[@thelightthesandyfootsteps4166]

Can you make an update video on this especially with the new research coming out about it and breastfeeding

[@BeazyFaSho]

Just the info I needed. TY.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Thank you for your support, BeazyFaSho! Making The Headache Channel is hard work. Your encouragement really helps!

[@tammycote7233]

I got my first doses today in the mail. Keeping my fingers crossed. I also use botox for hemiplegic migraines and trigeminal neuralgia.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! How have things turned out, Tammy Cote?

[@bsandlin22]

Tammy Cote Hi I just wanted to say my sister suffers from Trigeminal Neuralgia really bad. I feel so bad for her. I feel so bad for all of you who suffer from that disease. I can’t believe they have not found some kind of cure or at least a treatment. I pray for you Tammy and all people with Trig!

[@jazlynmackey1740]

I have the same migraines

[@MissElaine-oi7cm]

Is this available in canada

[@lululola4653]

Thank you, for this video. I just did, it was easier than Botox because I did by myself and less pain., let's see how it goes.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! How have things turned out, Lulú & Lola? tinyurl.com/SubscribeToTheHeadacheChannel

[@darlaallen1012]

Thank you. My neighbor is starting this tonight and asked me to help with first injection since I do blood Surat several times a day. More than happy to help and this gave me the scoop.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Thank you for your support, Darla Allen! Making The Headache Channel is hard work. Your encouragement really helps! -- You're a great neighbor!

[@Frank289100]

10 YEARS AGO I RAN INTO A FELLOW A BAKER WHO HAD SUFFERED FOR MANY YEARS WITH MIGRAINE HEADACHES. AT THE TIME HE WAS TAKING IMITREX INJECTIONS AND TOLD ME THAT IT DIDN'T WORK ALL THE TIME AND THAT HE WAS THINKING OF COMMITTING SUICIDE, BECAUSE HE COULDN'T BEAR THE PAIN ANY LONGER. SO I WENT OVER TO THE PHARMACY DOWN THE BLOCK AND BOUGHT A DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER FOR $13.99 PLUS TAX. I WENT BACK TO HIM AND GAVE IT TO HIM AS A GIFT. AND INSTRUCTED HIM HOW TO USE IT. THAT HE WAS THE PUT IT OF HIS FOREHEAD, THEN MOVED DOWN TO THE BRIDGE AND BOTH SIDES OF HIS NOSE, AND THEN THE THE CHEEK ALTERNATING TO EACH SIDE. I TOLD HIM THE PREMISE BEHIND THIS IS TO VIBRATE THE FLUID LOOSE IN THE INNER SINUS CAVITY WHICH CANNOT DRAIN. WHICH FROM THE BACK PRESSURE OF FLUID BUILD-UP WAS THE CASE OF THESE MIGRAINE HEAD ACHES. WEEKS LATER WHEN I SAW HIM HE SAID I'D MARRY YOU IF YOU WERE A WOMEN. HE SAID YOU TOTALLY CURED ME, THAT HE NO LONGER GET MIGRAINE HEADACHE AND THE CURE WAS A SIMPLE FOOT MASSAGER. TODAY THEY NO LONGER MAKE THOSE DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER. BUT ANY HAND HELD MASSAGER WILL DO. IF MEDICATIONS LIKE THIS IS CAUSING HAIRLOSS, THINK ABOUT WHAT OTHER DAMAGE IT MAYBE DOING TO THE BODY. I DISCOVERED THIS CURE AROUND 15 YEARS AGO.

[@parrothead672]

Will Aimovig help with migraines caused by medication overuse such as triptans or pain management?

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Let's hope so! So many people living with frequent headaches... so they take pain relievers frequently in order to function. But, as you point out, frequent pain reliever use isn't a safe harbor, it's a trap called "medication overuse headache". -- Subscribe for free and help keep DKHV alive on KZbin!

[@parrothead672]

Doctor Krob's Headache Vlog thanks

[@luzgonzalez4859]

It's such a good treatment. I've been fighting back and fourth for the insurance to cover. I keep getting denied. I've reached out to the aimovig company and no answers either. I've been sent to a foundation and no answers. I'm in desperate need for this injection. I tried the first 2 free trail and has been the best ever happened to me. Please aimovig help me. Need to know what steps o can take to get the treatment. I'm suffering real bad w my migraines. Can't keep living w so much pain. I've tried everything out there and the only thing that I've found. Can't get it now. Thank you. I would appreciate any info to help me out

[@christinamaniscalco1141]

Luz Gonzalez there is a care through Aimovig to obtain it for a $5 copay and help if the insurance doesn’t cover it as long As you’re not on Medicaid or Medicare that helps you out.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Nice to hear from you, Luz Gonzalez! Thanks for your comment. 💜 How did things work out for you in terms of the cost? tinyurl.com/SubscribeToTheHeadacheChannel

[@pleasureprinciples2031]

Thank you.

[@erisherpa6123]

I am on holiday n my family member mistakenly kept the injections in deep freeze. What should I do? Can it be useable?

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Oops! Aimovig can't be used if it was frozen. There's a number you can call on / inside the package. They can help you figure out what to do.

[@shoppersdream]

Very Helpful! Thanks this is my second month of using Aimovig. The first month was fine but this month, I experienced Constipation, Severe Back Pain, and vomiting a couple of times. I don't know if this is the side effect of Aimovig. I do get back pain otherwise also but not so severe that I had to vomit a couple of times. Do we have some Aimovig type of Injection for Back Pain also? I would love to try that one. Thanks

[@takiadorsey2463]

If the button on the top is stuck and the medicine didnt get in you yet how can you get the button to go back up so you can try again

[@keelalyda2204]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm not a fan of needles so I've been terrified of giving myself Aimovig. I've been getting botox for several years and am excited for this alternative.

[@sourdough6800]

I had two sessions of Botox, of which neither helped me. I am 69 and have headaches since I was 16. Nothing has helped. The Botox was uncomfortable to say the least...I think it was 32 different "pokes". Well yesterday my Aimovig arrived. He decided to give me 140mg which is two of the autoinjectors. I gave them to myself in the office so he could make sure I had no allergic problems. It was no where as uncomfortable as the Botox. So after a day I can't tell you whether it has helped or not...Good luck to you Keela.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi Keela! I have a lot of patients who used to be afraid of needles and reluctant to get injections. One person who felt as you do came to the office last week with her Aimovig injector. We walked through the steps right here and I ended up doing the injection for her. After it was done, she was like: "That's it!?... I can do that myself." The needle is short and very thin, and we injected into her thigh.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Marc: Thanks for encouraging and supporting Keela with her fear of needles. Your experience will help a lot of people.

[@marksataloff9050]

Thanks for the information

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Nice to hear from you, Mark Sataloff! Thanks for your comment. 💜

[@kathyhill1985]

I’m so excited to try this. I am terrified of needles, I blame my dentist, but will gladly use this once I get mine in the mail. Does the needle break skin when the pen is pushed into the skin? Or when the button is pressed?

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi Kathy! Try not to be terrified. The needle enters the skin when you push the button.

[@sadieimam6312]

It works. I have been 27 days migraine free. I would normally have two migraines a week. When I did have a migraine, (day 28) I did not have pain but had the aura and bad stomach but no pain. For the first time I did not use my normal rescue of Zomig nasal spray. I took 1 Prodrin , Mobic and Bacolfen and that got rid of the aura etc. Just took my second dose today.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! How have things turned out, Sadie Imam? 💜😄 tinyurl.com/SubscribeToTheHeadacheChannel

[@adrianabarrios9834]

Thank you

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Adriana, thank you for taking time out of your day to express your feedback! You may think of it as a small gesture, but I think it's the hallmark of a wonderful person. Positive feedback fuels this Vlog!

[@laylayandjayontherode]

For those who have tried this does the needle hurt

[@lisadavis8104]

I was pleasantly surprised. I barely felt it. I administered it on the outside of my thigh, however, location may play a role in how much of it you feel. Someone else also suggested placing ice on the area to numb it beforehand. FYI, the needle is rather small. I worried over nothing really.

[@bertvillarreal5358]

No. It’s only 15 seconds!

[@julieguyette7078]

I find the injection in the leg is more painful than the abdomen site. you feel the injection of the medicine more than the needle. just like a shot in the arm.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi, Natahsha Kelly! That's a great question. How have things turned out for you?

[@BethCrafts]

Thank you doctor for explaining the use of this syringe. I am happy that Aimovig will pay for my first doses. My insurance company has declined the payment for this drug. I hope to have success with this. I have tried several preventative drugs with horrible side effects. No one should even consider using Topamax or Depacote. Those medications shouldn't even be distributed. I have also had two Botox trials with very little success.

[@mitzisnails9209]

HI Beth, can you tell me what was your experience with Topamax. I did tried it and I was falling to sleep all day, it was terrible.

[@mitzisnails9209]

I just did my third dose and Im trying it free , because my insurance denied itoo

[@BethCrafts]

Mitzis Nails Food tasted horrible, that is why people have weight loss. I lost ten pounds quickly. I was already thin, I didn’t need the weight loss. I love Pepsi and it tasted like metal. It made me stupid. People have nicknamed it Dopeamax.

[@julieguyette7078]

aimovig access card $5 copay for 12 months is available to sign up for on aimovig website.

[@luzgonzalez4859]

Hello Beth. I went through the same problem my insurance would not cover. But I went through a foundation that was able to give it to for free for 1 yr. They go by what ur earning. Check out at (Amgen net foundation ) hope this will help. Good luck. Wish you the best of luck

[@pattibrown8496]

I didn't stretch my skin when I injected my aimovig. How will that affect my dose? This is my 2nd time by myself. I forgot.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi, Patti Brown! Thanks for leaving a comment. I'm pretty sure a lot of people aren't perfect with their Aimovig injection. How are you doing?

[@pattibrown8496]

@@TheHeadacheChannel - I'm doing pretty good. Still taking the aimovig injections, and not having any issues with them.

[@Ashsplashplays]

I'm so scared to try this as i have a sensitive system. But nothing else has helped. I have severe asthma so I'm scared this might make it worse. But also cant live with the migraines and vertigo. I use a wheelchair now.

[@kevinhoward9593]

Question is does it work?

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Well, the FDA requires proof of safety and effectiveness to be able to sell it, so there is proof. The good thing is that the free trial allows most people with migraine to see for themselves.

[@reginamoreno5137]

I was nervous about using this and I been putting it off for a few weeks. Well now I have a giant headache, so I decided to watch this video and inject myself, and it is gradually working.

[@kevinhoward9593]

I'm still waiting for Aimovig to set me up. My doctors faxed them everything multiple times yet they still say they don't have it. ive been waiting months.

[@brandewynne3443]

@@kevinhoward9593 the same thing is happening to me! Why do insurance companies love to play games at the expense of hurting, sick people?! Ugh.

[@kevinhoward9593]

@@brandewynne3443 I started taking it in November. its working so far.

[@aminah761]

Too scared to try it 😩 I tried Botox n didn’t get any relief in fact they made my migraines worse I also tried occipital nerve block that didn’t work as well do u think I would be a good candidate for this new drug ... I have post concussion syndrome that induces my headaches n migraines everyday

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

There's a really exciting clinical trial called VECTOR that is looking for people with persistent posttraumatic headache (that's the headaches people get after a brain injury). Clinicaltrials.gov should list a contact number. It would be the first drug with an indication of PPTH.

[@aminah761]

Doctor Krob's Headache Vlog wow I have to check it out thank u doctor

[@Frank289100]

10 YEARS AGO I RAN INTO A FELLOW A BAKER WHO HAD SUFFERED FOR MANY YEARS WITH MIGRAINE HEADACHES. AT THE TIME HE WAS TAKING IMITREX INJECTIONS AND TOLD ME THAT IT DIDN'T WORK ALL THE TIME AND THAT HE WAS THINKING OF COMMITTING SUICIDE, BECAUSE HE COULDN'T BEAR THE PAIN ANY LONGER. SO I WENT OVER TO THE PHARMACY DOWN THE BLOCK AND BOUGHT A DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER FOR $13.99 PLUS TAX. I WENT BACK TO HIM AND GAVE IT TO HIM AS A GIFT. AND INSTRUCTED HIM HOW TO USE IT. THAT HE WAS THE PUT IT OF HIS FOREHEAD, THEN MOVED DOWN TO THE BRIDGE AND BOTH SIDES OF HIS NOSE, AND THEN THE THE CHEEK ALTERNATING TO EACH SIDE. I TOLD HIM THE PREMISE BEHIND THIS IS TO VIBRATE THE FLUID LOOSE IN THE INNER SINUS CAVITY WHICH CANNOT DRAIN. WHICH FROM THE BACK PRESSURE OF FLUID BUILD-UP WAS THE CASE OF THESE MIGRAINE HEAD ACHES. WEEKS LATER WHEN I SAW HIM HE SAID I'D MARRY YOU IF YOU WERE A WOMEN. HE SAID YOU TOTALLY CURED ME, THAT HE NO LONGER GET MIGRAINE HEADACHE AND THE CURE WAS A SIMPLE FOOT MASSAGER. TODAY THEY NO LONGER MAKE THOSE DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER. BUT ANY HAND HELD MASSAGER WILL DO. IF MEDICATIONS LIKE THIS IS CAUSING HAIRLOSS, THINK ABOUT WHAT OTHER DAMAGE IT MAYBE DOING TO THE BODY. I DISCOVERED THIS CURE AROUND 15 YEARS AGO.

[@michaelsowell511]

I'm starting Aimovig today. During the past three years my migraines/cluster headaches have gotten progressively worse. I'm currently on Botox, 50 mg of Amitriptaline, 10mg of Timilol Maleate, take 500 mg Magnesium Oxide, 75 mg of Venlafaxine for depression and migraine and sleep with a CPAP machine regularly. I use a combination of Nartriptan, Zomig nasal spray and Aleave to abort migraines. I have recently started using a gamaCore S-300 vegas nerve stimulator to assist in the abortion of my headaches. The Effects of the Botox has been diminished recently. It seems to wear off after two months. Yesterday was my twelfth straight day with headaces and I have had two ED visits for headaces in the last 14 days. I was treated with a combination of fluids, benedryl, comprazine or dexamethasone when at the hospital. I'm currently on 4mgs of dexamethasone twice a day until I see a pain specialist. I believe that type of doctor to be a last resort. I also think I will end up on some form of anticonvulscent or antipsychotic medication to help control my headache problems. I am concerned about the side effects of such medications and continued steroid use to control major flare ups. Yesterday I had an MRI of my brain. Contrast was ordered by my neurologist, but the radiologist canceled it. I hope that to be good news, but have had a pyloplasty surgery in the last 14 years.the problems I am having a certainly y related to nerve problems in my neck and stress in my life. I have made major changes in my life and done physical therapy to hemp with those issues. Despite my efforts, my condition is continuing to degrade. I guess mine is a worst case scenario or close and hope my story could help you serve your audience.

[@lesleelane]

How is it going? I have a similar story to yours. I received my Aimovig today and am nervous to try it.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi Michael Sowell! 😀 Thanks for letting us know! It's been a while? How are you doing? tinyurl.com/SubscribeToTheHeadacheChannel

[@txtornado2007]

My insurance will not cover it ugh headache everyday 15-20 days a month have me crying you figure they would want me to be pain free they want even cover zembrace hope all who do get to take it has good results 🙏🙏🙏

[@julieguyette7078]

aimovig access card is available through their website, $5 copay for 12 months.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi, txtornado2007! Thanks for leaving a comment. How are things going?

[@txtornado2007]

Being well if the doctors would override the insurance , so that I could get relief from these headaches thanks for asking and God bless :-)

[@lesleelane]

Can I use this in conjunction with Botox? I received my Botox a week ago. Is it safe to use the Aimovig today?

[@lisadavis8104]

I received my round of Botox about 2 weeks ago and my neurologist prescribed me Aimovig at that time. Took a minute for my insurance to approve it but I just gave myself the injection (so about 2 weeks after my Botox appointment). He never said it wasn't safe to take both around the same time. Ideally, I'll be able to take myself off of Botox if Aimovig works. So far there have been very few, if any, dangerous drug interactions with Aimovig. Then again, this drug is so new so who really knows.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi, LesleeLane! That's a great question. Aimovig has a very specific mechanism of action. Botox also has a very specific mechanism of action. They don't directly overlap. People who have been able to use both have had good results and I haven't heard of anyone having unexpected problems.

[@christopheroliver2465]

Problem: My request to use Aimovig was denied by BC/BS. I have had two injections via my doctor's office but I cannot get a prescription unless it is proven that other mess do not work...I would have to go through other mess first. I can't afford hit and miss at this point. Very disappointed.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

That sucks! Check out my other video on “Which CGRP is Right for Me?” There are two other CGRP injectables besides Aimovig and all three have savings cards that _should_ cover almost all the costs of the medicines (for a limited time - like 12 months) even if an insurance company says “no”. Check the video, and no one with migraine should take “no” for an answer.

[@Frank289100]

10 YEARS AGO I RAN INTO A FELLOW A BAKER WHO HAD SUFFERED FOR MANY YEARS WITH MIGRAINE HEADACHES. AT THE TIME HE WAS TAKING IMITREX INJECTIONS AND TOLD ME THAT IT DIDN'T WORK ALL THE TIME AND THAT HE WAS THINKING OF COMMITTING SUICIDE, BECAUSE HE COULDN'T BEAR THE PAIN ANY LONGER. SO I WENT OVER TO THE PHARMACY DOWN THE BLOCK AND BOUGHT A DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER FOR $13.99 PLUS TAX. I WENT BACK TO HIM AND GAVE IT TO HIM AS A GIFT. AND INSTRUCTED HIM HOW TO USE IT. THAT HE WAS THE PUT IT OF HIS FOREHEAD, THEN MOVED DOWN TO THE BRIDGE AND BOTH SIDES OF HIS NOSE, AND THEN THE THE CHEEK ALTERNATING TO EACH SIDE. I TOLD HIM THE PREMISE BEHIND THIS IS TO VIBRATE THE FLUID LOOSE IN THE INNER SINUS CAVITY WHICH CANNOT DRAIN. WHICH FROM THE BACK PRESSURE OF FLUID BUILD-UP WAS THE CASE OF THESE MIGRAINE HEAD ACHES. WEEKS LATER WHEN I SAW HIM HE SAID I'D MARRY YOU IF YOU WERE A WOMEN. HE SAID YOU TOTALLY CURED ME, THAT HE NO LONGER GET MIGRAINE HEADACHE AND THE CURE WAS A SIMPLE FOOT MASSAGER. TODAY THEY NO LONGER MAKE THOSE DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER. BUT ANY HAND HELD MASSAGER WILL DO. IF MEDICATIONS LIKE THIS IS CAUSING HAIRLOSS, THINK ABOUT WHAT OTHER DAMAGE IT MAYBE DOING TO THE BODY. I DISCOVERED THIS CURE AROUND 15 YEARS AGO.

[@ericguzman5686]

Thank you!

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Thank you for your support, Eric Guzman! Making The Headache Channel is hard work. Your encouragement really helps!

[@MsTish424]

This was a very thorough video! Thank you! My neurologist just recommended this to me yesterday and I was against it bc I really dislike needles & could not see self medicating. I am doing Botox and to do another needle… no thank you!🤦🏽‍♀️However after watching your video I think I might reconsider! Thanks again! 😬

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Caramel: Do you think it would be more helpful for us to feature a real live patient doing an injection?

[@MsTish424]

Doctor Krob's Headache Vlog Lol I’m glad you wrote me back bc I forgot the name of the medicine & I wanted to MyChart my doctor 😂. I think it’s great the way it is. If you wanted to make an another video w/ a patient that would be truly insightful as to how to actually go through with the procedure. My initial thoughts were that I was going to see a huge needle, but if I don’t see it, I’m ok. Out of sight, out of mind… I’ll just have to remind myself to drink a lot of water to avoid the side effects 😁

[@MsTish424]

Doctor Krob's Headache Vlog I finally did my first shots tonight. I am surprised! Mostly that I did it myself lol it was simple though; and I had to do the double injector.

[@LauraShinnRUniversity]

This was helpful.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Thank you for your support, Laura Storino! Making The Headache Channel is hard work. Your encouragement really helps!

[@KMF3]

What about potential cardiac issues? From what I was reading regarding the monoclonal antibody for cgrp this was an issue.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

No signs of cardiac issues with this drug (so far). CGRP is found in many tissues of the body so it's possible, but probably unlikely.

[@KMF3]

Doctor Krob's Headache Vlog thank you so much for your answer. My concern about cardiac issues actually came from the literature from the company I don't remember specifics at this point. I also have a concern about potential autoimmune reactions because you are using an antibody. A neurologist that I follow regarding headaches had mentioned that as a potential thing that we might see later on down the road. I don't want to cause any more problems for myself than I already have. But I really would love to try this medication. Nothing else that I've tried so far has worked.

[@xavierleonard2457]

So my wife took her last injection 3 weeks ago now the dr took her off cause of bad side effects she has no appetite insomnia and and terrible anxiety , She has lost 15 lbs in 3 weeks anybody else suffer like this??

[@angelblue7779]

Just starting it today. Anyone have weight gain issues with this? I’m really nervous to try anything new.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Hi, Angelblue! Thanks for letting us know you're out there. We'll be making an episode on side-effects of CGRP migraine prevention treatments (Aimovig, Ajovy, Emgality, Vyepti) soon. Subscribe to be the first to see it: tinyurl.com/SubscribeToTheHeadacheChannel ... and just so you know weight gain isn't likely to happen. 😍 All the best!

[@andydebaeke9668]

works great for me(migraine). so far no side effects for me...

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

That's great news! What are you going to do with all the time you won't be having migraines?

[@andydebaeke9668]

@@TheHeadacheChannel Enjoying life ;-)

[@darcydoll437]

I spoke with my doctor about this at my last appointment. They unfortunately weren't optimistic about insurance coverage with the medication being so new. Fingers crossed it might be an option for me. All those questionnaires where they ask how many days do you have migraines, etc, etc. It's more like what days do I not have a migraine. Oy vey. The auto injector reminds me a lot of Copaxone, but a whole lot easier. That part is a relief. Thank you for the information. = )

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

My approach is: There's no room in the headache universe for outright pessimism. Being reasonably optimistic never hurt, and it usually helps. If you live in the US, the makers of Aimovig are providing just about everyone I can think of with 2* months of Aimovig for free.

[@sugamehoney]

My insurance approved it with a $70 co pay.... your doctor just have to provide a list of medications that you tried and did not help

[@julieguyette7078]

aimovig access card is available on aimovig’s website. $5 copay for 12 months.

[@Frank289100]

10 YEARS AGO I RAN INTO A FELLOW A BAKER WHO HAD SUFFERED FOR MANY YEARS WITH MIGRAINE HEADACHES. AT THE TIME HE WAS TAKING IMITREX INJECTIONS AND TOLD ME THAT IT DIDN'T WORK ALL THE TIME AND THAT HE WAS THINKING OF COMMITTING SUICIDE, BECAUSE HE COULDN'T BEAR THE PAIN ANY LONGER. SO I WENT OVER TO THE PHARMACY DOWN THE BLOCK AND BOUGHT A DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER FOR $13.99 PLUS TAX. I WENT BACK TO HIM AND GAVE IT TO HIM AS A GIFT. AND INSTRUCTED HIM HOW TO USE IT. THAT HE WAS THE PUT IT OF HIS FOREHEAD, THEN MOVED DOWN TO THE BRIDGE AND BOTH SIDES OF HIS NOSE, AND THEN THE THE CHEEK ALTERNATING TO EACH SIDE. I TOLD HIM THE PREMISE BEHIND THIS IS TO VIBRATE THE FLUID LOOSE IN THE INNER SINUS CAVITY WHICH CANNOT DRAIN. WHICH FROM THE BACK PRESSURE OF FLUID BUILD-UP WAS THE CASE OF THESE MIGRAINE HEAD ACHES. WEEKS LATER WHEN I SAW HIM HE SAID I'D MARRY YOU IF YOU WERE A WOMEN. HE SAID YOU TOTALLY CURED ME, THAT HE NO LONGER GET MIGRAINE HEADACHE AND THE CURE WAS A SIMPLE FOOT MASSAGER. TODAY THEY NO LONGER MAKE THOSE DR. SCHOLES FOOT MASSAGER. BUT ANY HAND HELD MASSAGER WILL DO. IF MEDICATIONS LIKE THIS IS CAUSING HAIRLOSS, THINK ABOUT WHAT OTHER DAMAGE IT MAYBE DOING TO THE BODY. I DISCOVERED THIS CURE AROUND 15 YEARS AGO.

[@Vanessa-lw6nq]

I know this video is a couple years old now. My doc just offered me this treatment vs. nerve block which sounds way scarier to me. Do both of these treatments do the same thing?

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

If your doctor was talking about occipital nerve blocks using a numbing medicine (one of the “-caine” drugs), I think the two are quite different. I have a lot of patients who get nerve blocks and a lot of patients who do Aimovig shots. For most people, I’d put medicines like Aimovig higher on the list of options than nerve blocks. One exception is pregnant women, who I recommend choosing the option with the least risk, and that’s the nerve blocks.

[@jamimarie6117]

I gave myself my injection for the first time yesterday. I feel like I have the flu. My body aches all over.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Ugh! :(

[@datsexycherry694u2nv]

How long it lasted i feel awful too

[@danfranklin2517]

Hi. Was it worth it? Thank you.

[@hawkeye770]

It hurts!

[@twh9541]

Tiffany Falcon - That could have been from the fact it was not room temperature yet. I had it sitting out for at least an hour before I inject

[@julieguyette7078]

try using the abdominal injection site.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! How have things turned out, Tiffany Falcon-Zuniga? 😱

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Great tip, Thom Wendell! Thank you!

[@hawkeye770]

@@TheHeadacheChannel Very well. I am absolutely please with Aimovig! Ive only had maybe 2 migraines a month or less which is substantially less than any other drug I've tried. The injection does hurt, but whats a few seconds of pain and a little bump compared to hours of misery and possibly debilitated for days? I would recommend this to any migraine sufferer, it's totally worth it!

[@小龙女-y8c]

who act as a purchasing agent for me

[@rickvega9943]

I got mine the other day and let me tell you that this causes me three days of constipation and I was hurting almost went to the hospital..I tried everything for relief but nothing was helping me. Took three bottles of prune juice and that did the trick ...Everyone has different reaction so I am just letting you all know what might happen to you. You have to take this for the first three months before you get any relief from your migraines and than every month. That's what was told to me my the company. I stop after the first one.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Constipation is a potential side effect, but you don't have to use it for 3 months for it to work. Hope you are finding success.

[@datsexycherry694u2nv]

Besides the constipation was there any other side effects

[@christopheroliver2465]

Meds, not mess.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

I figured!

[@misfitking_0143]

😖💉 This stuff is for real!!! 😍😊

[@imanistrong4054]

The constipation is no joke. Eat lots of fiber.

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Yup. Fiber, fluids and "fisical" activity are good for many kinds of constipation. In a handful of cases, people taking Aimovig get _really_ bad constipation. So, if you can't poop, see your doctor ASAP.

[@tequilar1224]

Does anyone else using this smoke marijuana?

[@twh9541]

Q Ree - Well, officially Q Ree, I am sure this board is NOT the place to talk about that. However feel free to IM me.

[@dangardave6442]

My wife does and is about to start Aimovig. It's not something we were concerned about. Are you worried about adverse effects combining the 2? They both target different areas so I wouldn't think there'd be an issue but I'll ask our GP next week.

[@twh9541]

David Reynolds - have not had any problem at combining the two. Because of the constipation effects of edible marijuana, combined with possible constipation effects of Amovig, DON’T eat marijuana edibles. I had been using MM for lower back arthritis. Severe migraines have been a problem my entire life. Amovig Gives me about a 70% reduction in my migraine frequency/pain.

[@dangardave6442]

@@twh9541 I think my wife would be happy with a 7% reduction. 70% would be absolutely life changing! Re the constipation, if it occurs it is easily taken care of.

[@tequilar1224]

The package said let dr. know if you use herbal supplements. Can never be to careful but thank you. Weed doesn't affect the medicine.

[@florencedehodeng7607]

How much money do you receive? No good to do publicity !

[@codyminecrack248]

Just smoke a joint...

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

A lot of folks do. It's a mixed bag. I'd like to do an episode on cannabis and headaches. Wonder what KZbin rules are?

[@DMB56]

Thank You

[@TheHeadacheChannel]

Thank you for your support, DM B! Making The Headache Channel is hard work. Your encouragement really helps!