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There are many types of medicines to prevent migraines. Your healthcare provider may prescribe one, if you:

  • Have two or more migraines a week that affect your daily life.


  • Can’t take medicines to stop migraines. This may be because they don’t work for you, you need to use them too much, or the side effects are too strong for you.


  • You have uncommon types of migraines that can paralyze your arms or legs, for example.

Take this type of medicine daily. You may have to wait a few weeks or months before you see results.

Common side effects may include:

  • Weight change

  • Stomach upset

  • Drowsiness

  • Dizziness

  • Dry mouth

  • Tiredness

  • Vision problems

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