How to Get Medication for Extremely Bad Migraines

"Neurology" magazine cites that over 28 million adults in the United States suffer from migraines. Migraines are incapacitating headaches often accompanied by light sensitivity, dizziness, nausea and sound sensitivity. There are medications made to ward off migraines or to minimize pain from migraines. Medication can also shorten the duration of a migraine. There are different approaches to take in order to obtain migraine medication.

Instructions

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  Ask a pharmacist about which over-the-counter pain medications might work best for you, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen and naproxen. Purchase the over-the-counter medication the pharmacist recommends.

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  Ask your physician for a prescription for a medication that will ward off pain or reduce severe migraine pain. Discuss options in regards to medication strength. Find out which medications can become addictive, and create a plan of action to avoid addiction.

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  Talk with an herbologist or naturopath to find out about natural medications that reduce the pain of a severe migraine. Purchase the ingredients from a health food store, and follow the directions carefully if you have to mix your own concoction.