Best meds for migraines
Daily Mirror UK|September 19, 2024
Triptans top huge patient trials
MARTIN BAGOT
Best meds for migraines

THE most effective drugs for tackling the misery of migraines have been revealed.

Oxford University scientists reviewed 89,000 patients given one of 17 pills or a placebo in 137 controlled trials.

Prescription painkillers triptans came out top, performing better than newer, expensive drugs - but scientists say they are being under-used.

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