more guidance on what to use to prevent migraine

July 2012

You'll see more guidance on what to use to prevent migraine.

Prophylactic therapy is appropriate if patients use acute meds more than 2 days a week...or if headaches decrease quality of life.

Suggest one based on side effects, other conditions, and cost.

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Table of Contents

Pediatrics more opportunities to help stem the emerging epidemic of type 2 diabetes in kids and teens
Vitamins & Minerals whether they should STOP taking calcium and vitamin D supplements
Geriatrics Can all H2-blockers cause confusion in the elderly
Osteoporosis how long to use a bisphosphonate for osteoporosis and what to use instead
Overactive Bladder Toviaz (TOE-vee-az) will add to the confusion of choosing among the antimuscarinics for overactive bladder
Infectious Diseases When to use an ORAL cephalosporin and which one
Probiotics whether to use probiotics to prevent antibiotic-associated diarrhea
Diabetes "one size DOESN'T fit all" when choosing glycemic goals in adults with diabetes
Rheumatology Aggressive management of rheumatoid arthritis often means monitoring multiple meds
Migraine more guidance on what to use to prevent migraine
Antidepressants limiting doses of escitalopram (Cipralex)