What medications should I take for migraines?

Expert answer:

The migraine remedies you should take are not just for relieve pain Of Head, but also for prevent new crises of migraine.

The medicines for migraine most used in pain relief are:

  • Analgesics (Paracetamol, Dipyrone);
  • Anti-inflammatories (Diclofenac, Indomethacin, Naproxen, Aspirin, Etoricoxib, Celecoxib);
  • Ergotamines (Cefaliv, Ormigrein, Tonopan);
  • Triptans (Almotriptan, Eletriptan, Rizatriptan).

The Migraine Remedies most used for to prevent the crises are:

  • Tricyclic antidepressants (Amitriptyline);
  • Anticonvulsants (Valproic Acid, Topiramate, Gabapentin);
  • Beta-blockers (Propranolol and Atenolol);
  • Calcium channel blockers (Flunarizine, Verapamil);
  • Vitamin B2;
  • Magnesium;
  • Melatonin;
  • Botulinum toxin (botox).

However, the migraine treatment it is not just medicine. It's very important identify the triggering factors of migraine and avoid them.

In addition, other forms non-medicated in prevent new crises of migraine include:

  • Learning relaxation techniques;
  • Do not stay too long without eating;
  • Do not smoke;
  • Fight stress;
  • Sleep well;
  • Practice physical activity regularly;
  • Do psychotherapy;
  • Hypnosis;
  • Acupuncture.

Virtually all migraine medications listed above require a prescription. Refer to neurologist doctor to know which medicines can be used in your case of migraine and follow all your recommendations correctly.

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