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Topamax (topiramate) Full Profile
Topiramate is a neuronal stabilizing agent (aka anticonvulsant medication) that has proven effective as a Migraine preventive for some patients. It is one of only a few medications to actually have been approved by the FDA for Migraine prevention.
Acetaminophen and Hydrocodone: Headache and Migraine Drug Profiles.
Acetaminophen and Hydrocodone: Profile of medications used today to treat Migraine disease and headaches. Potential medication interactions, potential side effects, precautions, brand names, other information.
Medication Profiles: Meds beginning with A
Detailed profiles of medications prescribed for headaches and Migraine disease. Whenever possible, profiles will include: the type of medication, FDA pregnancy category, potential adverse reactions, potential interactions with other medications, and full prescribing information. Some prescribing information will require free Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Headache and Migraine Medication Profiles: Meds beginning with D
Detailed profiles of medications prescribed for headaches and Migraine disease. Whenever possible, profiles will include: the type of medication, FDA pregnancy category, potential adverse reactions, potential interactions with other medications, and full prescribing information. Some prescribing information will require free Adobe Acrobat Reader. Medications beginning with A.
DHE-45 Migraine Abortive - Headache and Migraine Drug Profiles
DHE-45 (dihydroergotamine mesylate, USP) injectable is for the acute treatment of Migraine with or without aura. Ergotamine preparations are non-triptan Migraine abortives. Injectable medications bypass the gastrointestinal tract, making it appropriate for patients who suffer from nausea and vomiting as a result of migraine, and who may therefore have difficulty with oral treatments.
Acetaminophen and Oxycodone: Headache and Migraine Drug Profiles
Acetaminophen and Oxycodone: Profile of medications used today to treat Migraine disease and headaches. Potential medication interactions, potential side effects, precautions, brand names, other information.
Acetazolzmide (Diamox): Headache and Migraine Drug Profiles.
Acetazolamide is used to reduce pressure in the eye to treat glaucoma. Also used to treat the symptoms of altitude sickness, reduce edema, and control the seizures of certain types of epilepsy. It is often used to treat Pseudotumor Cerebri, aka Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension, which can trigger headaches and Migraines.
Bextra: Headache and Migraine Drug Profiles
Bextra® (valdecoxib): Profile of medications used today to treat Migraine disease and headaches. Potential medication interactions, potential side effects, precautions, brand names, other information.
Botox: Headache and Migraine Drug Profiles.
Botox (botulinum toxin type A): Profile of medications used today to treat Migraine disease and headaches. Potential medication interactions, potential side effects, precautions, brand names, other information.
Axert: Headache and Migraine Drug Profiles.
Axert (almotriptan): Profile of medications used today to treat Migraine disease and headaches. Potential medication interactions, potential side effects, precautions, brand names, other information.
Duragesic (fentanyl transdermal system): Headache and Migraine Drug Profiles
DURAGESIC® is indicated for management of persistent, moderate to severe chronic pain that: 1)requires continuous, around-the-clock opioid administration for an extended period of time and 2)cannot be managed by other means such as non-steroidal analgesics, opioid combination products, or immediate-release opioids. Althought not usually a preferred first-line treatment for chronic headaches and Migraines, it is sometimes used in difficult cases.
Depakote®, Depakote ER® (divalproex sodium): Headache and Migraine Drug Profile
Depakote is a neuronal stabilizing agent (aka anticonvulsant) originally developed for the treatment of seizure disorders. Depakote ER is a time-release formula. Both Depakote and Depakote ER have now been approved by the FDA for Migraine prevention. It is also sometimes used as a mood stabilizer to treat bipolar disorder.
Celexa: Headache and Migraine Drug Profiles.
Celexa (citalopram hydrobromide): Profile of medications used today to treat Migraine disease and headaches. Potential medication interactions, potential side effects, precautions, brand names, other information.
Ibuprofen: Headache and Migraine Drug Profiles
Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil, etc.): Profile of medications used today to treat Migraine disease and headaches. Potential medication interactions, potential side effects, precautions, brand names, other information.
Compazine: Headache and Migraine Drug Profiles.
Compazine® (Prochlorperazine): Profile of medications used today to treat Migraine disease and headaches. Potential medication interactions, potential side effects, precautions, brand names, other information.
Acetaminophen: Headache and Migraine Drug Profiles
Acetaminophen: Profile of medications used today to treat Migraine disease and headaches. Potential medication interactions, potential side effects, precautions, brand names, other information.
Memantine (Namenda®, Ebixa®.): Headache and Migraine Drug Profiles.
Namenda is an NMDA receptor agonist used as a treatment if moderate to severe dementia of the type caused by Alzheimer's disease. It is a symptomatic treatment; it cannot cure the disease or stop its progression. It is also now being prescribed off-label for a number of other purposes, including the prevention of headache and Migraine.
Propranolol (Inderal, etc.): Headache and Migraine Drug Profiles
Propranolol (Inderal, etc.): Profile of medications used today to treat Migraine disease and headaches. Potential medication interactions, potential side effects, precautions, brand names, other information. Inderal is a beta blocker, originally developed for heart disease and hypertension. It is now also approved by the FDA for Migraine prevention.
Indomethacin (Indocin, Indocin SR) Full Profile
Indocin is a prescription NSAID, nonsteroid anti-inflammatory drug, sometimes used for relief of headache and Migraine. It is especially helpful in the treatment of hemicrania continua.
Medication Profiles: Meds beginning with C
Detailed profiles of medications prescribed for headaches and Migraine disease. Whenever possible, profiles will include: the type of medication, FDA pregnancy category, potential adverse reactions, potential interactions with other medications, and full prescribing information. Some prescribing information will require free Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Medication Profiles: Meds beginning with B
Migraine disease. Whenever possible, profiles will include: the type of medication, FDA pregnancy category, potential adverse reactions, potential interactions with other medications, and full prescribing information. Some prescribing information will require free Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Amitriptyline: Headache and Migraine Drug Profiles.
Amitriptyline: Profile of medications used today to treat Migraine disease and headaches. Potential medication interactions, potential side effects, precautions, brand names, other information.
Maxalt (rizatriptan) Full Profile
Maxalt (rizatriptan) is a triptan, a Migraine abortive drug. Many people find that their Migraines stop completely after they take rizatriptan. Other people find that their Migraines are much less painful, and that they are able to go back to their normal activities even though their Migraines are not completely gone. Rizatriptan often relieves symptoms that occur together with Migraine pain, such as nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light, and sensitivity to sound.
Midrin (isometheptene, dichloralphenazone, acetaminophen) Full Profile
Midrin is used to treat Migraine attacks and tension headaches. It should be taken only after headache pain begins, or after a warning sign that a Migraine is coming appears. Isometheptene helps to relieve throbbing headaches, but it is not an ordinary pain reliever. Dichloralphenazone helps you to relax, and acetaminophen relieves pain.
Migranal® (dihydroergotamine mesylate) Full Profile
Migranal® (dihydroergotamine mesylate, USP) Nasal Spray, is for the acute treatment of Migraine with or without aura. Ergotamine preparations are non-triptan Migraine abortives. In clinical trials, self-administration of Migranal® Nasal Spray resulted in Migraine pain relief and a reduction in pain intensity as well as a reduction in nausea and sensitivity to both light and sound at 2 and 4 hours.
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