Neurologist Explains Migraine Treatment

00:40 Lifestyle
2:03 Acute treatments
2:52: Over-the-counter meds
3:39 Triptans
6:26 DHE (dihydroergotamine)
7:28 CGRP blockers (Nurtec, Ubrelvy)
10:19 Lasmiditan (Reyvow)
11:31 Prophylactics (preventatives)
12:36 Conservative prophylactics (acupuncture, vitamin B2, magnesium butterbur)
13:28 Prescription prophylactics (Depakote, Topamax, beta blockers, antidepressants)
15:29 CGRP Blockers (Emgality, Aimovig, Ajovy, Vyepti)
17:05 Botox
18:45 Devices (Cefaly)

This is a summary of migraine treatments including lifestyle changes, acute migraine treatments (ways to abort a migraine) and long-term preventative treatment (prophylaxis). I am a neurologist, and I made this video with assistance from a well-known migraine expert (anonymous). Many details are left out of this presentation

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he video material by Dr. Brandon Beaber is general educational material on health conditions and is not intended to be used by viewers to diagnose or treat any individual's medical condition. Specifically, this material is not a substitute for individualized diagnostic and treatment advice by a qualified medical/health practitioner, licensed in your jurisdiction, who has access to the relevant information available from diagnostic testing, medical interviews, and a physical examination. To the extent that Dr. Beaber endorses any lifestyle change, behavioral intervention, or supplements, the viewer should consult with a qualified healthcare professional to determine the safety and efficacy of the intervention in light of their individualized information.