Acute Treatment for Migraine
Overview
There is no universal method for managing migraine, and treatment varies from patient to patient. How do you know when an acute treatment is the right treatment? Our educational resources cover different types of acute treatments (sometimes referred to as rescue treatments), treatment considerations, guidelines and more to give you the information you need to provide your patients with proven methods of relief.
Podcasts
Videos
Over-the-Counter Medications
When treating migraine, there are two main forms of medication to manage symptoms: over-the-counter medications, such as ibuprofen, and prescription medications, such as triptans. Jessica Ailani, MD, FAHS, spoke with us about everything you should know about these therapies.
Recent News & Research
Pfizer’s zavegepant (ZAVZPRET™) Migraine Nasal Spray Receives FDA Approval
Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved ZAVZPRET™ (zavegepant), the first and only calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor antagonist nasal spray for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults.
Research Summary: Rational Polypharmacy for Migraine
Treating migraine is a complex issue, as there is no cure nor is there a strictly defined way to manage the disease.
Research Summary: A narrative review of the importance of pharmacokinetics and drug–drug interactions of preventive therapies in migraine management
Read MoreResearch Summary: Acute Treatment of Migraine in Children and Adolescents
Objective: To provide evidence-based recommendations for the acute symptomatic treatment of children and adolescents with migraine
OTC Migraine Treatment: Q&A
Jessica Ailani, MD, FAHS, discusses working with patients and getting honest answers about their OTC migraine treatment strategies
How Doctors Determine Acute Migraine Treatment Plans: Q&A with Stewart Tepper, MD, FAHS
Dr. Tepper walks through what needs to be considered when determining how to treat a patient’s migraine attacks
The Traffic Light of Headache
Simplifying Acute Migraine Management for Physicians and Patients Using the Canadian Headache Society Guidelines
Additional Resources
How Do I Choose Acute Treatment Options for Patients With Migraine?
Flowchart: Diagnosing and Treating Migraine
Triptan and NSAID Medication Limits
Making an Acute Treatment Plan for Migraine
Acute Therapy for Adolescents with Migraine
The American Headache Society Position Statement On Integrating New Migraine Treatments Into Clinical Practice
Patient Resources
Over-the-Counter Medications vs. Prescription Medications
Find out whether over-the-counter medications or prescription medications are better for treating your migraine symptoms.
How Gepants and Ditans Complement Existing Therapies
Gepants and ditans are the latest treatments for migraine. Read more on how these treatments complement and differ from existing therapies.
What to Do When Migraine Treatment Fails?
While it can be extremely frustrating to try one treatment after the next, there is hope for those living with migraine to find relief.
Production of Excedrin Migraine Discontinued Until Further Notice (UPDATED)
Patients with migraine may have to find alternative migraine medication due to discontinued production of Excedrin migraine until further notice.
Cluster Headache Treatment Options
While cluster headaches can be debilitating, there are a variety of treatments that provide relief. Learn what options are available to you.
Commonly Used Acute Migraine Treatments
How do you know you're taking the right medication for your migraine? Find out the different types of acute treatment and signs that you should try a new one.
Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) for Acute Migraine Treatment
NSAIDS are common, effective treatment for migraine that you can get over the counter or through prescription. Learn about their uses, side effects, and more.
