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Treatment Options
Headache
How is it treated?
Appropriate treatment for headaches is highly specialized depending on the type of headache, individual response to therapy, and any associated health conditions the person may also have. Lifestyle changes may be enough to resolve some headaches. For example, avoiding the foods that are known to trigger migraines may prevent migraine occurrence for certain individuals. In addition, numerous prescription and non-prescription medications are available treat and prevent headaches. Several medications or combinations of medications may have to be tried to find the best treatment.
In general, medications for headaches focus on two areas:
- Abortive therapy -- to stop a headache that has already started, and
- Prophylactic or preventive therapy -- to keep headaches from occurring.
Treatment Options
Drug classes used to treat Headache Ergot Derivatives Miscellaneous Analgesics and Antipyretics Narcotic Combinations Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs Salicylates Serotonin Receptor Agonists (Triptans)
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Last Updated: June 2008
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Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It is not intended to diagnose a health condition, but it can be used as a guide to help you decide if you should seek professional treatment or to help you learn more about your condition once it has been diagnosed.
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How is it treated?
