What are some of the main medical treatments for migraine?

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    Last Updated: October 25, 2023

    In patients with acute migraine, first line treatments usually include two classes of medicines: nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) and triptans. Examples of NSAIDS are ibuprofen and naproxen, and examples of triptans are sumatriptan and rizatriptan.[1] When these treatments are not enough to treat the migraine or when migraines still occur too often, preventative treatments may be prescribed.[2] These can include antiseizure, blood pressure,and antidepressant medications. Consult with your health care provider about what treatments are right for you.

    References

    1. ^Laura Mayans, Anne WallingAcute Migraine Headache: Treatment StrategiesAm Fam Physician.(2018 Feb 15)
    2. ^Hien Ha, Annika GonzalezMigraine Headache ProphylaxisAm Fam Physician.(2019 Jan 1)