Acute and prophylactic treatment of migraine

Nurs Times. 1994 Jul;90(29):35-6.

Abstract

Migraine affects one in 10 adults and is a debilitating condition. The symptoms and pathogenesis of migraine are discussed, including known triggers. Acute and prophylactic treatments currently available are described, as are alternative treatments such as acupuncture and yoga.

MeSH terms

  • Acute Disease
  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal / therapeutic use
  • Antiemetics / therapeutic use
  • Drug Therapy, Combination
  • Humans
  • Migraine Disorders / drug therapy*
  • Migraine Disorders / prevention & control
  • Serotonin Antagonists / therapeutic use

Substances

  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal
  • Antiemetics
  • Serotonin Antagonists