There are currently no cures for migraines or headaches. Medication is available that can help ease the pain and lifestyle changes can prevent future episodes.   Over-the-counter medications can work for headaches, these include:   Pain relievers, like acetaminophen, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, like aspirin and ibuprofen.   Melatonin has been shown to help prevent some migraines and cluster headaches.   Moderate to severe migraines do not always respond to over-the-counter medications. When these have failed, prescription medications may be a better choice. These can include:   - Anti-nausea medications - Triptans, such as almotriptan, sumatriptan/naproxen - Ergot alkaloids, like ergotamine   There are also medications that can be prescribed to prevent future migraines. These medications include: - Antidepressants - Anti-seizure medications - Botox injections   If you are taking an over-the-counter medication or a prescription medication to treat headaches and migraines, you should follow the doctor’s or manufacturer’s recommendations. Overuse of these can cause people to develop medication-overuse headaches.   You should also consider seeking medical help if you are experiencing any of the following symptoms: - Vomiting - Nausea - Vision problems - Difficulty speaking or understanding what you are hearing - Tingling, numbness in the face, neck, head, or limbs - Difficulty thinking - Difficulty moving one side of your body.   These can indicate that the situation is serious. We serve patients from El Cajon CA, Wells Park CA, Hillsdale CA, Alpine CA, Rancho San Diego CA, Santee CA, and Jamul CA.