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Migraine prevention

| December 5, 2012 8:00 PM

Medications that prevent migraines from recurring are only used by a small number of the roughly 15 percent of the adult population affected by the painful headaches. According to the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) and the American Headache Society (AHS), nearly 40 percent of migraine sufferers could benefit from preventive drugs, but less than a third of these individuals take them. New guidelines put forth by the AAN and AHS list several drugs that help stop migraines before they start. These include the anti-seizure drugs divalproex (Depakote), valproate (Depacon) and topiramate (Topamax), in addition to the beta-blockers metoprolol, propranolol and timolol. While all of these drugs have side effects, their benefit must be weighed against any potential downside.

For more information about this subject please call us at (208) 664-6664. We are experts in medicine and its side effects. At Interlake Pharmacy, we pride ourselves on our extensive knowledge on both over the counter medications and prescribed medicine. If you ever have a question about medicine, and need a trusted source for answers please come to our pharmacy or call us to speak to a licensed pharmacist. We believe in personal customer service. We always have time to talk with you.

Interlake Pharmacy is located at 700 Ironwood Drive, centrally located across from Kootenai Medical Center, is designed and operated for you, the customer. We operate extended hours Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Interlake Pharmacy has a DRIVE-UP WINDOW for fast service, making that stop on the way home from work to pick up a prescription that much easier.

Our prices are competitive with any in town, and we offer delivery in the evening in Coeur d'Alene. Why spend your hard earned dollars out of town? Support your local merchant. Let Interlake Pharmacy fill your next prescription and see for yourself the difference a commitment to service can make.