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

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…

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

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…

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

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

Nurtec ODT (Rimegepant)

Overview

Nurtec ODT is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat adults with acute migraine, with or without aura. Nurtec is also used as a preventative treatment of episodic…

Onzetra Xsail (Sumatriptan)

Overview
Onzetra Xsail is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults. It should only be used if a clear diagnosis of migraine headache has…

Qudexy XR (Topiramate) for Migraine

Overview
Qudexy XR 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 should be prescribed for people who experience frequent…

Qulipta (Atogepant)

Overview

Qulipta is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the preventive treatment of migraine in adults. Qulipta is also referred to by its drug name, atogepant. Qulipta is a…

Relpax (Eletriptan)

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

Relpax… read more

Reyvow (Lasmiditan)

The Reyvow 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

Symbravo (Meloxicam and Rizatriptan)

Overview

Symbravo is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults. It should only be used when a clear diagnosis of migraine has been made…

Topamax (Topiramate)

Overview
Topamax is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to prevent migraines in people 12 and older. Topamax is also known by its drug name, Topiramate.

Topamax is an… read more

Tosymra (Sumatriptan nasal spray)

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

Treximet (Sumatriptan/Naproxen)

Overview
Treximet is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat acute migraine headaches with or without aura in people 12 and older. Treximet is a combination drug composed of… read more

Trokendi XR (Topiramate)

Overview
Trokendi XR is a prescription medication approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to prevent migraines in people 12 years or older. Trokendi XR is also known by its drug name, topiramate.… read more

Trudhesa (Dihydroergotamine)

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

Ubrelvy (Ubrogepant)

Overview

Ubrelvy is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as an acute treatment for migraine in adults. Ubrelvy is also referred to by its drug name, ubrogepant. Ubrelvy is a…

Vyepti (Eptinezumab-jjmr)

Overview

Vyepti is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as preventative treatment for migraine in adults. Vyepti is also referred to by its drug name, eptinezumab-jjmr. Vyepti is a…

Zavzpret (Zavegepant)

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

Zembrace SymTouch (sumatriptan succinate)

Overview
Zembrace SymTouch is a prescription drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as an acute (short-term) treatment for migraine in adults. Zembrace SymTouch is also referred to by its drug… read more

Zomig (Zolmitriptan)

Overview

Zomig is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat acute migraine headaches with or without aura in people 12 years and older. Zomig is also known by its drug name…