🤯 Migraines

Commonly prescribed medications, what to avoid, and lifestyle guidance

📋 Overview

Migraines are severe recurring headaches often with nausea and light sensitivity. Treatment includes acute relief and prevention.

💊 Commonly Prescribed Medications

Most effective acute migraine treatment. Take at first sign.

Fast-dissolving tablet. Good if nausea prevents swallowing.

Ubrelvy (Ubrogepant)CGRP Antagonist (Acute)

Newer. Works even if triptans failed.

Topiramate (Topamax)Anticonvulsant (Prevention)

Daily prevention. Reduces migraine frequency by 50%.

Propranolol / MetoprololBeta-Blocker (Prevention)

Daily prevention. Also good if you have high blood pressure.

🚫 What to Avoid

Overusing pain medications causes rebound headaches. Alcohol, irregular sleep, and skipping meals are common triggers.

🥗 Lifestyle Tips

Keep a migraine diary to identify triggers, regular sleep, stay hydrated, manage stress.

📋 Important Note

If using acute medications more than 2 days per week, you need a preventive medication.