 [ Symptoms ] i am allergic to aspirin what can i take for my migraines [ Disease ] there are a number of prescription and nonprescription medications for migraine products available over the counter like excedrin are not a good choice for you as they contain aspirin some people who have allergic reactions to aspirin may also have an allergy to non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs nsaids like ibuprofen brand name advil or motrin or naproxen brand name aleve talk with your health care provider to see if heshe wants you to avoid nsaids as well if so there are prescription medications for migraines called the “triptans” such as sumatriptan brand name imitrex zolmitriptan brand name zomig or rizatriptan brand name maxalt they work very well at relieving a migraine when it occurs and they should be taken at the first sign of migraine symptoms you will need to consult with a health care provider to obtain a prescription for one of these products but these should be safe to take if you have an aspirin allergy