Aimovig (Erenumab-aooe)

Overview

Aimovig is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to prevent migraine in adults. Aimovig is also referred to by its drug name, Erenumab-aooe. Aimovig is a biologic drug – a genetically engineered…

Ajovy (Fremanezumab-vfrm)

Overview
Ajovy is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the preventive treatment of migraine in adults, including both chronic and episodic forms. It is also FDA-approved for the preventive treatment…

Amerge (Naratriptan) for Migraine

The Amerge brand name brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. for reasons unrelated to safety or efficacy. Other brand names or generic alternatives may be available. If you’re currently taking this medication, talk… read more

Atzumi (Dihydroergotamine)

Overview
Atzumi is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the acute treatment of migraine attacks with or without aura in adults. It is not intended for the prevention of migraine attacks or for…

Axert (Almotriptan)

The Axert brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. for reasons unrelated to safety or efficacy. Other brand names or generic alternatives may be available. If you’re currently taking this medication, talk to your… read more

Botox (OnabotulinumtoxinA)

Overview
Botox is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to prevent chronic migraine in adults. Botox may be prescribed in cases where headaches that last at least four hours a day occur… read more

Cafergot (Ergotamine/Caffeine)

Overview
Cafergot is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat and prevent migraines. Cafergot is a combination drug composed of Ergotamine and Caffeine.

Ergotamine is an ergot… read more

Calan (Verapamil) for Migraine

The Calan brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. for reasons unrelated to safety or efficacy. Other brand names or generic alternatives may be available. If you’re currently taking this medication, talk to your… read more

Cefaly

Overview
Cefaly is a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-cleared medical device for the treatment and prevention of migraine in individuals aged 18 and older. Two versions of the device are available: Cefaly Enhanced…

Clinical trials

Overview
Depending on several factors, you may be eligible to participate in clinical trials studying new treatment or prevention protocols for migraines. Eligibility may be based on specifics of your condition, such as… read more

Compro (Prochlorperazine)

Overview
Compro is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat severe nausea and vomiting in adults. Compro is also known by its drug name, Prochlorperazine.

Compro is an… read more

Covera-HS (Verapamil) for Migraine

The Covera-HS brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. for reasons unrelated to safety or efficacy. Other brand names or generic alternatives may be available. If you’re currently taking this medication, talk to your… read more

Depacon (Valproate sodium)

The Depacon brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. Generic alternatives may be available.

Overview

Depacon is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat several types of seizures. Depacon may also be…

Depakote (Divalproex Sodium) for Migraine

Overview
Depakote is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the prophylaxis (prevention) of migraine attacks in adults. Depakote is also known by its drug name, divalproex sodium.

Depakote is an…

Dexamethasone

Overview
Dexamethasone is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat inflammation. Dexamethasone is sometimes prescribed to treat migraines. Since the FDA has not approved… read more

Elavil (Amitriptyline) for Migraine

The Elavil brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. for reasons unrelated to safety or efficacy. Other brand names or generic alternatives may be available. If you’re currently taking this medication, talk to your… read more

Emgality (Galcanezumab-gnlm)

Overview

Emgality is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to prevent migraine in adults. Emgality is also referred to by its drug name, Galcanezumab-gnlm. Emgality is a biologic drug – a genetically…

Eprontia (Topiramate) for Migraine

Overview

Eprontia is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the preventive treatment of migraine in people 12 years of age and older. It is used to help reduce the frequency of migraine headaches in…

Frova (Frovatriptan)

Overview
Frova is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat acute migraine headaches with or without aura in adults. Frova is also known by its drug name, Frovatriptan.

Frova is… read more

GammaCore

Overview
A prescription device, gammaCore is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the acute treatment of pain associated with migraine headaches in people aged 12 years and older. It is also…

Imitrex (Sumatriptan)

Overview
Imitrex is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat acute cluster headaches and migraine headaches with or without aura in adults. Imitrex is also known by its drug name,… read more

Inderal (Propranolol) for Migraine

The Inderal brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. for reasons unrelated to safety or efficacy. Other brand names or generic alternatives may be available. If you’re currently taking this medication, talk to your… read more

Inderal LA (Propranolol Hydrochloride) for Migraine

Overview

Inderal LA is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the prophylaxis (prevention) of common migraine headaches. It is used to reduce the frequency and severity of migraine attacks in adults…

InnoPran XL (Propranolol)

Overview
InnoPran XL is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat hypertension. InnoPran XL may be prescribed off-label to prevent migraines. InnoPran XL is also known by its drug… read more

Ketamine

Overview
Ketamine is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to be used an an anesthetic. Ketamine is sometimes used to treat or prevent chronic migraines. Since the FDA has not approved… read more

Lopressor (Metoprolol)

Overview
Lopressor is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat hypertension, angina, and heart attack. Lopressor may be prescribed off-label to prevent migraines. Lopressor is also… read more

Maxalt (Rizatriptan)

Overview
Maxalt is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat acute migraine headaches with or without aura in people age 6 and older. Maxalt is also known by its drug name,… read more

Methergine (Methylergonovine)

Overview
Methergine is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to control uterine hemorrhage during and after childbirth. Methergine may be prescribed off-label to treat or prevent… read more

Migergot (Caffeine/Ergotamine)

Overview
Migergot is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat and prevent migraines. Migergot is a combination drug composed of Ergotamine and Caffeine.

Ergotamine is an ergot… read more

Migranal (Dihydroergotamine)

Overview
Migranal is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat acute migraines. Migranal is also referred to by its drug name, Dihydroergotamine.

Migranal is an ergot alkaloid.… read more