Vitamin b2 bliss: Hi All, I just wanted... - National Migraine...

National Migraine Centre

9,197 members2,684 posts

Vitamin b2 bliss

michmina profile image
13 Replies

Hi All, I just wanted to share , I've been taking vitamin b2 400mg daily for my migraines for about 3/4 months now. The migraines have reduced dramatically even the pre menstrual ones have improved. I have no side effects other than yellow urine. I would advise anyone to give it a try.Better than all the tablets I've tried with nasty side effects prescribed. It may not help everybody but worth a try. Research shows that many migraine sufferers also are vitamin b2 deficient.

Written by
michmina profile image
michmina
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
Read more about...
13 Replies
blinc profile image
blinc

Wow, thanks! Will try! 👍

Adriana5631 profile image
Adriana5631

Hi Michmina, Vit B2 (Riboflavin) does work, though it has to be 400mg per day, like you said. Another supplement that will certainly bring relief is Magnesium. Butterbur is also another supplement that helps relieve migraines. Most migraineurs are defficient in Magnesium. So happy for you that you’ve been able to experience the difference supplements can make.👍🏻👏🏻

Adriana5631 profile image
Adriana5631 in reply toAdriana5631

I forgot to mention Vit B12 ...

ACritical profile image
ACritical in reply toAdriana5631

Yep, I supplement with Mercola Magnesium L- Threonate, much easier on the stomach, no side effects.

RoMo profile image
RoMo in reply toACritical

Is magnesium hard on the stomach? Or did you mean the B vitamin?

ACritical profile image
ACritical in reply toRoMo

I find a lot of supplements that after taking them a few days can cause indigestion or even a headache. Usually because of all the extra fillers or in my case also the preservatives added. I tried a few different Magnesium supplements and found the Dr Mercola L-Threonate one of the better ones.

Jacquesueann profile image
Jacquesueann

Thanks for the advice! I will try...any brand in particular? As long as it's 400 mg/day...

I don't care about yellow urine as long as the migraines stop. I will use the bathroom all day in exchange for relief. ☺

michmina profile image
michmina in reply toJacquesueann

Hi , I just use Holland and Barrett 100mg but take 4 per day. I have used other brands when couldn't get to Holland and Barrett. I don't think brand matters although Holland and Barrett have some is offers on b vitamins such as 2 for £5 so cheaper than prescription drugs of you have to pay.

Aundrea profile image
Aundrea

I will try I’m taking b12 at the moment also as I’ve read that’s good also.

Quito profile image
Quito

Hi Michmina - that's great news!

I also take B2... it's in the NICE guidelines also for GP guidance:

"Advise people with migraine that riboflavin (400 mg3 once a day) may be effective in reducing migraine frequency and intensity for some people."

(pathways.nice.org.uk/pathwa...

ACritical profile image
ACritical

I 'll keep this in mind, worth trying. Thank you.

mysmugcat profile image
mysmugcat

Thank you

5555aniceta profile image
5555aniceta

Thanks so much for the advice 🎂

Not what you're looking for?

You may also like...

Migraine and B2

Hi I've had migraines for some years,mostly aura migraines and not as bad as some people. I was...
beaton profile image

B2?

I am curious if you are taking B2 how much you take daily and if your doctor told you to take it...

free from migraines

I had terrible ongoing migraines for months. I was treated at Guys in London. since they ask me to...
nomigraine profile image

Has anyone tried the 'Migraine Support Formula'?a combination of vitamin B2,Q10,Magnesium,Feverfew & Niacin.or Amytriptyline?

I have hormonal migraines but have been on Cerazette for the last four months but while on it i've...
poppyjoe profile image

Topiramate: will I get the side effects again?

Hi! Has anyone stopped taking this medication and came back to it after a few months? I was taking...

Moderation team

Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.

Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.