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Cluster Headaches

What are cluster headaches? Cluster headaches are the most severe headaches. A cluster headache can be many times more intense than a migraine attack. It has been called the "suicide headache" because many people have taken their lives either ...


Nimodipine for Headaches

Common brand name: Nimotop Why is this drug prescribed? Your doctor has prescribed nimodipine to help prevent your headaches. It has been shown to be effective in preventing cluster headaches. It is classified as a calcium channel blocker. Calcium ...


Verapamil for Headaches (Neurology)

Common brand name: Calan, Calan SR, Covera-HS, Isoptin, Isoptin SA, Verapamil SR, Verelan Why is this drug prescribed? Your doctor has prescribed verapamil to help prevent your headaches. This drug is classified as a calcium channel blocker. Calcium ch...


What You Need to Know About Lithium

Common brand names: Lithium Carbonate, Eskalith, Lithane, Lithobid, Lithonate, Lithotabs, Lithium Citrate, Cibalith Why is this drug prescribed? Your doctor has prescribed lithium to help prevent your headaches. It is classified as an antidepressant a...







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