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Pain relief for headaches. Is self-medication a problem?

R G Robinson1

  • 1University of British Columbia.

Canadian Family Physician Medecin De Famille Canadien
|April 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Millions of Canadians experience migraine attacks, with many using over-the-counter (OTC) medications. Improper OTC drug use poses significant health risks, including addiction and liver toxicity.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Public Health
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Migraine affects 3.2 million Canadians.
  • A significant portion of migraine sufferers do not consistently consult physicians.
  • Over-the-counter (OTC) medication use is prevalent among migraine patients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the healthcare seeking behaviors of Canadian migraine sufferers.
  • To highlight the risks associated with OTC medication use in migraine management.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of recent survey data on migraine prevalence and treatment.
  • Examination of physician consultation patterns.
  • Assessment of OTC medication usage and associated risks.

Main Results:

  • 3.2 million Canadians experience migraine attacks.
  • 36% of sufferers consult physicians, 45% have discontinued, and 19% never sought medical help.
  • Approximately 90% of migraine sufferers use OTC drugs, risking addiction, liver toxicity, and rebound headaches.

Conclusions:

  • Canadian migraine sufferers exhibit varied engagement with medical professionals.
  • Widespread reliance on OTC medications presents considerable health risks.
  • Further research into safe and effective migraine management strategies is warranted.

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