CNS OTC - Chronic Daily Headache Flashcards
1
Q
What are the main features of chronic daily headache? (5)
A
> 4 hrs on > 15 days per month.
Analgesic/opioid/caffeine dependence
Rebound withdrawal symptoms
Restrict opioid analgesics use to up to 3 days (prevention)
Break cycle of analgesic use - slow steady reductions in opioid dose.
