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Migraine
Drugs For Migraine
almotriptan
amitriptyline
aspirin and oxycodone
aspirin, butalbital and caffeine
buclizine
buprenorphine
cyclobenzaprine
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eletriptan
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Once diagnosed the most important thing is to avoid the triggering factors of migraine.  Women who have migraines just prior to their menstrual period should reduce salt in their diet. This helps to decrease water retention associated with precipitating attacks. Avoid alcoholic beverages. Alcohol causes the blood vessels in the body to widen, which contributes to the pain of migraines. If stress triggers the onset of a migraine, relaxing and reducing the stress can be helpful. A regular schedule for sleep is necessary if fatigue leads to attacks. Regular exercise (e.g., walking and swimming) and relaxation techniques (e.g., yoga, meditation) can be helpful. Treating a migraine attack- Several medications may be advised to relieve symptoms. The response of migraine to medications is highly variable. Analgesics may reduce pain if they are taken early in the development of the headache. Resting in a darkened room without any noise often reduces the severity of symptoms. If this does not help then the doctor can prescribe triptans (relieves pain and nausea), ergotamines or corticosteroids. Other medications used to treat the symptoms of migraine- Anti-emetics- to reduce nausea and vomiting. Sedatives Narcotic pain killersPreventive Migraine Drugs- Antidepressants- amitriptyline or venlafaxine Blood pressure medicines- beta blockers (propanolol) or calcium channel blockers (verapamil) Seizure medicines- valproic acid, gabapentin and topiramateAlternative Therapies- Acupuncture Physiotherapy Yoga Meditation Herbs like 'Fewerfew' |
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lekshmi(Guest)
Posted on: 05/13/2011 for me now migraine is in peak stage..even though i m taking sibelium tablet i cant get rid off dat..nowadays i m taking 3-4 tablets a day
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