Migraine headaches can also be treated in the same manner. One particular study revealed the adequacy of tylenol, aspirin, and caffeine in the treatment of migraines 4 . However, when these modalities do not suffice, prescription medications like sumitriptan, ergot alkaloids, and narcotics are employed for pain relief. Both sumitriptan and ergot alkaloids are not advised for patients with a history of heart disease. Long term prevention of migraine headaches is also available with proper medication.
Cluster headaches are often difficult to treat as they only last a short period of time.
However, ergot alkaloids, sumitriptan, and dihydroergotamine have been used with some succes. Again, these medications should not be used in someone with heart disease. Neurology-An Overview of the Diagnosis and Pharmacologic Treatment of Migraine. Mayo Clin Proceedings Vol. 1055-1066, Nov. 1996.