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Medications for migraine prophylaxis.

Author(s): Modi S, Lowder DM

Affiliation(s): Department of Family Medicine, Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina 27834, USA. modis@mail.ecu.edu

Publication date & source: 2006-01-01, Am Fam Physician., 73(1):72-8.

Publication type: Review

Sufficient evidence and consensus exist to recommend propranolol, timolol, amitriptyline, divalproex, sodium valproate, and topiramate as first-line agents for migraine prevention. There is fair evidence of effectiveness with gabapentin and naproxen sodium. Botulinum toxin also has demonstrated fair effectiveness, but further studies are needed to define its role in migraine prevention. Limited evidence is available to support the use of candesartan, lisinopril, atenolol, metoprolol, nadolol, fluoxetine, magnesium, vitamin B2 (riboflavin), coenzyme Q10, and hormone therapy in migraine prevention. Data and expert opinion are mixed regarding some agents, such as verapamil and feverfew; these can be considered in migraine prevention when other medications cannot be used. Evidence supports the use of timed-release dihydroergotamine mesylate, but patients should be monitored closely for adverse effects.

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