Is my headache a side effect of any cardiac medicine?

Question

Hi doctor,

I have been a CAD patient for the past 10 years with 50% blockage. I have uploaded the image for your reference. I am taking Prolomet XL 50, Monit SR 30, Deplatt A 75, Lipicard 160, and Amixide H. I have been suffering from headaches for one year. My neurologist prescribed me Tryptomer 10 at first and then changed to Zapiz. But my headache has not reduced. My scan report is normal. I am in trouble with this continuous headache. Is it a side effect of my cardiac problem medication? How do we get rid of this condition?

I also suffer from mild chest pain. Recently, I had a blood test, and all were fine except for my lipid profile, HDL cholesterol 36 mg/dL, and SGPT 91 U/L. Also, my red cell distribution width is 16.2, and the normal range is 11.6 to 14. So, is my value dangerous? I had Deanxit for five years, according to the prescription, and stopped before two years. Is my heart disease dangerous? Please help me.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have gone through your query in detail.

There are certain things that would need more clarity for a complete diagnosis. First, it is strange that you have a blockage at such a young age. I would suggest that you should get yourself evaluated for CAD (coronary artery disease). The possible reason for the headache is that your medicine Isosorbide mononitrate can cause it. Nitrate headaches are well known, and we need to see if this is the reason for your case. Also, since you have CAD at such a young age, there can be a possibility of carotid artery blockage, which might give you a headache.

Get that evaluated. Also, get a cervical spondylosis ruled out and look for any precipitating factor of migraine. About the medicines you are taking, you are being given the medicines for migraine and CAD. You can consult your doctor and get the medicines changed once we have completed more investigations. I suggest you tablet Etoricoxib 120 mg two times a day for five days and see if the headache goes off. Consult your doctor and take medicines accordingly.

I hope this helps.

Please revert so I can assist you further.

Thank you.