Side Effects of Headache Treatment
Overview
It is important to balance the success of headache treatment with the side effects of the therapy. When side effects outweigh the benefits of a treatment, physicians need to change to a more tolerable strategy. In this section, our experts discuss managing side effects and adjusting treatments.
Patient Resources
Comorbidities of Migraine | American Migraine Foundation
It is common for people living with migraine to experience at least one comorbidity. Luckily, most comorbidities of migraine can be treated in some way.Read More
Understanding Migraine Treatment in the Emergency Room | AMF
If you need to visit the ER for migraine, learn what to expect and how to self-advocate for better treatment and care.Read More
Migraine and Stroke: Reducing Your Risk as a Patient
Migraine attacks accompanied by aura are associated with stroke and heart disease. Learn how to recognize warning signs and risk factors.Read More
Headache Medications and Bone Health | American Migraine Foundation
In an effort to get severe headaches under control, the effects of medication on bone health are often not considered. Here are some recommendations for useRead More
Commonly Used Acute Migraine Treatments | AMF
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.Read More
Anti-CGRP Migraine Treatments: Your Questions Answered | AMF
Dr. David Dodick answers questions about fremanezumab (AJOVY™), the latest FDA-approved anti-CGRP treatment for migraine.Read More
Headache from Medication Overuse | AMF
Medication overuse headache can create a cycle of chronic headache. Learn the causes and treatments for this condition to help break the cycle.Read More
FAQ: How is Onabotulinum A (Botox) used for migraine? | AMF
Onabotulinum A, also known as Botox®, is used as a preventative treatment for chronic migraine. Learn how this neurotoxin is used to manage migraine.Read More
Migraine Treatment and Breastfeeding | AMF
Fear not, breastfeeding mothers with migraine! There are many medications can be safely taken during breastfeeding.Read More
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