Headache Medicine

Headache medicine treats recurrent and difficult headaches. Migraine is common, often runs in families and is more than a bad headache: it can bring nausea, sensitivity to light and sound and visual aura.

Treatment combines identifying triggers, acute medicines taken early, and preventive medicines for frequent attacks. Overusing painkillers can worsen headaches. Seek urgent care for a sudden thunderclap headache, headache with fever and stiff neck, weakness or confusion.

This page is general information, not medical advice. Fees, availability and outcomes vary by doctor and hospital.