It is important to discuss treatment options with your healthcare professional. If the medication that you are currently on is ineffective, there may be other treatment options that will be effective.
There are two main groups of migraine medication. Acute medications can be taken when you start to experience a migraine attack. They will help reduce the symptoms associated with migraine, and they range from over-the-counter painkillers to migraine-specific prescriptions. Preventive medications aim to reduce the number of attacks overall, which is more suitable for people with chronic or very debilitating migraines. These are taken on a regular basis, whether that is daily or every few months.
Non-medicated treatment options include lifestyle adjustments, complementary therapies such as massage, and nerve stimulation devices like Cefaly. Your doctor can help you decide which treatment options are best for your migraine and lifestyle.
We have articles about some of the different treatment approaches & specific treatment options on our website, which you can find below.
Migraine Drug Directory
This directory lists the main prescription medicines currently available in Australia for the acute (attack) and preventive treatment of migraine. It is designed to help you understand what options may exist and to make it easier to discuss these treatments with your doctor. Everyone’s migraine is different, and medicines that work well for one person may not work for another. This list is not a recommendation or substitute for medical advice – it’s a practical starting point to help you and your healthcare provider explore suitable choices based on your symptoms, other health conditions, and preferences.
