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Heads UP – Episode 129: New Data Shows Delay in Anti-CGRP Medication Response for Some

July 11, 2022

Heads UP – Episode 129: New Data Shows Delay in Anti-CGRP Medication Response for Some Have you been failed by the anti-CGRP monoclonal antibody treatments? How long did you trial them before deciding they did not work? Brand new data…

National Headache Foundation Announces Participation in Call-In Radio Program for Veterans

February 19, 2021

Update: You can watch a recording of the program here: http://bit.ly/NHFradio Leading headache experts from the National Headache Foundation to discuss headache disorders, PTSD and answer veterans’ questions about migraine disease and headache disorders on the Veterans Views radio program….

Do you have a question?

May 26, 2020

The National Headache Foundation is here to answer your questions about migraine disease and headache disorders. We have compiled a list of our most frequently asked questions. If you have a question and you don’t see it answered here, you…

Ask the Pharmacist: Multiple Medications for Migraine Attacks

November 10, 2008

Q. My doctor prescribed several medications for my migraine attacks, including naproxen tablets, zolmitriptan nasal spray and droperidol injections. Which medication should I use first? A. Your healthcare provider is wise to prescribe multiple treatment choices. All migraine patients should…

Ask the Pharmacist: OTC Medications for Menstrual Migraine

July 8, 2008

Migraine occurs approximately three times more frequently in women than men. The exact reason(s) for this difference is not completely understood, but hormone fluctuations are considered to be a main culprit. Approximately three out of four women with migraine experience…

Ask the Pharmacist: Generic Versions Will Make Triptan Medications More Affordable

February 21, 2008

All questions are answered by: Richard Wenzel, PharmD Diamond Headache Clinic Inpatient Unit St. Josephýs Hospital, Chicago, IL Perhaps more than any group of medications, the triptans have contributed to the improved recognition and treatment of migraine and other types…

Ask the Pharmacist: Over-the-counter Medications – How to Choose

February 21, 2008

All questions answered by: Richard Wenzel, PharmD Diamond Headache Clinic Inpatient Unit St. Joseph’s Hospital, Chicago, IL Approximately 15 million migraine sufferers exclusively use over-the-counter medications to treat their illness. This preference for OTC drugs results from several factors, including…

Ask the Pharmacist: Does Taking Medications Mean I Can't Donate Blood?

November 2, 2007

Q. I take topiramate, aspirin and sumatriptan for my migraines. I would like to donate blood to help the Hurricane Katrina victims, but wonder if this is possible with these drugs? A. I commend your efforts to assist others in…

Ask the Pharmacist: Vioxx and Drug Safety Concerns

November 2, 2007

Q. The government has removed Vioxx from the market, which to me seems like a drastic measure. I had success with Vioxx for my migraine, but should I now worry? A. Actually, the US Food and Drug Administration (the FDA)…

Ask the Pharmacist: When is a Medication a Failure?

November 2, 2007

Q. Ever since having a baby I have been experiencing an average of one migraine attack per week. For home use, I was given Migranal (dihydroergotamine nasal spray). Last night I had to take the Migranal for the first time…

Ask the Pharmacist: Limits of Sumatriptan for Cluster a Matter of Debate

November 2, 2007

Q. I’m a cluster sufferer and often use injectable sumatriptan pens several times daily during my worst bouts. It’s the only thing that works. But my local pharmacy and my insurance company give me grief about the amount of sumatriptan…

Ask the Pharmacist: Topiramate May Create Risk of Contraceptive Failure

November 2, 2007

All questions answered by: Rich Wenzel, Pharm.D. Diamond Headache Clinic Inpatient Unit St. Joseph’s Hospital, Chicago, IL Q. My migraine attacks are becoming more frequent, so my doctor prescribed topiramate (Topamax®). I have taken birth control pills for many years…

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