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Migraine: preventive treatment.

S D Silberstein1

  • 1Jefferson Headache Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, USA. stephen.silberstein@mail.tju.edu

Current Medical Research and Opinion
|December 5, 2002
PubMed
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Preventive treatment reduces headache frequency for disabling or frequent headaches. Effective drug selection considers efficacy, side effects, and coexisting conditions for optimal outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Headaches can be frequent, disabling, or present with concerning neurological symptoms.
  • Overuse or ineffectiveness of acute treatments necessitates alternative strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the indications for initiating preventive headache treatment.
  • To guide the selection of appropriate preventive pharmacotherapy.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical guidelines and evidence for preventive headache therapies.
  • Consideration of factors influencing drug choice, including patient-specific variables.

Main Results:

  • Preventive treatment is indicated for frequent, disabling headaches, or those with neurological features.
  • Drug selection should prioritize efficacy, tolerability, and management of comorbid conditions.

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Conclusions:

  • Initiating preventive treatment is crucial for managing burdensome headache disorders.
  • Personalized pharmacotherapy selection optimizes treatment success and patient well-being.