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There are various types of medications for treating migraines, depending on whether the goal is acute relief during an attack or preventive treatment.

https://www.drugs.com/condition/migraine.html?page_all=1

Below is a categorized listing:

Acute Treatment (To Relieve Symptoms During an Attack)

1. Pain Relievers (Over-the-Counter):
   • Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
   • Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)
   • Aspirin
2. Combination Pain Relievers:
   • Excedrin Migraine (A mix of acetaminophen, aspirin, and caffeine)
3. Triptans (Prescribed for Moderate to Severe Attacks):
   • Sumatriptan (Imitrex)
   • Rizatriptan (Maxalt)
   • Zolmitriptan (Zomig)
   • Naratriptan (Amerge)
   • Eletriptan (Relpax)
   • Almotriptan (Axert)
   • Frovatriptan (Frova)
4. Ergot Derivatives:
   • Dihydroergotamine (DHE 45, Migranal)
   • Ergotamine with caffeine (Cafergot, Migergot)
5. Anti-Nausea Medications (For Associated Nausea and Vomiting):
   • Metoclopramide (Reglan)
   • Prochlorperazine (Compazine)
   • Ondansetron (Zofran)
6. Lasmiditan:
   • Lasmiditan (Reyvow) – A newer option, especially for those who cannot use triptans.
7. Gepants (Oral CGRP Receptor Antagonists):
   • Ubrogepant (Ubrelvy)
   • Rimegepant (Nurtec ODT)

Preventive Medications (To Reduce Frequency/Severity)

1. Beta-Blockers:
   • Propranolol (Inderal)
   • Metoprolol (Lopressor)
   • Atenolol (Tenormin)
2. Antidepressants:
   • Amitriptyline (Elavil)
   • Venlafaxine (Effexor)
3. Anti-Seizure Medications:

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   • Topiramate (Topamax)
   • Valproate (Depakote)
4. CGRP Monoclonal Antibodies (Monthly/Quarterly Injections):
   • Erenumab (Aimovig)
   • Fremanezumab (Ajovy)
   • Galcanezumab (Emgality)
   • Eptinezumab (Vyepti)
5. Calcium Channel Blockers:
   • Verapamil
6. Botox Injections (For Chronic Migraines):
   • OnabotulinumtoxinA (Botox)

Lifestyle Adjustments and Supplements

• Magnesium
• Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
• Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
• Butterbur (Herbal Supplement)

If you’re experiencing migraines, consult a healthcare provider to determine the most suitable treatment based on the type, frequency, and severity of your migraines. Some medications may require prescriptions or monitoring for side effects.

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