It is thought that while about 50% of all people with migraine are candidates for prophylaxis, only about 10% are actually on a preventative medication.
The role of prevention is to achieve a reduction in the frequency, severity and duration of attacks. Effective prophylaxis can achieve up to a 50% reduction in the frequency in approximately 50% of migraineurs. Prophylaxis cannot be expected to eliminate migraine completely.
Indications for Prophylaxis
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General Principles of Migraine Prophylaxis
Essential information to help you manage your patients migraine effectively Read full article
Options in Migraine Prophylaxis
Treatment Options for migraine prevention include Beta-blockers, Anti-
convulsants, 5-HT2 antagonists, Tricyclic Anti-depressants and Calcium
Antagonists. Read more here... Read full article
