Migraine treatment involves both treating acute attacks when they occur and developing preventive strategies for reducing the frequency and severity of attacks.
Many effective headache remedies are available for treating a migraine attack. Still, many patients are treated with unapproved drugs, including opoids and barbiturates that can be potentially addictive or dangerous.
The main types of medications for treating a migraine attack are:
Full Question:I've had migraines since late 70s, and have been diagnosed with Migraines, Mixed Headaches, Cluster Headaches, Tension... Read more »
We frequently discuss that it's important for our doctors to know about any over-the-counter (OTC) medications we take for Migraines and... Read more »
Full Question: I am 40 year old male with a family history of migraines.I quickly build a tolerance to medications to treat the headaches.... Read more »
This week I had my regular appointment with my Migraine specialist. I only had two things on my list of questions for the appointment:... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
for Preventing Migraine AttacksThe Food and Drug Administration has approved five drugs for prevention of migraine:Propanolol (Inderal)Timolol... Read more »
"We have really great Migraine-specific medications available, and they're not being prescribed to people who could benefit from them… Often,... Read more »
We have Migraines and headaches. We're "regular" people who have a disease or headache disorder. That doesn't mean that we don't enjoy a ... Read more »
It is a good idea to type and print your migraine diary before you see your doctor in order to keep it legible and clean. If you arrive prepared,... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Headache - migraine Treatment There is no specific cure for migraine headaches. The goal is to prevent symptoms by avoiding or changing... Read more »