Older Migraine Drugs More Effective Than Some Newer Options, Study Finds

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Many triptans, an older class of migraine drugs, appear to be more effective at pain management than newer, more expensive medications. Image for illustration purposes
Many triptans, an older class of migraine drugs, appear to be more effective at pain management than newer, more expensive medications. Image for illustration purposes

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  • Migraine attacks can be painful to experience, and many medications are available to help with treatment.
  • One systematic review and network meta-analysis found that certain triptans may be more effective treatment options than more recently available migraine medications.
  • Findings from this review may be helpful in guiding migraine treatment recommendations.

Finding the right medication to help with migraine attacks can make all the difference in symptom relief. Experts are interested in finding the best medication choices and comparing them.

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