HA- Menstrual Migraines Flashcards
1
Q
Menstrual migraine definition
A
Migraine that occurs on day 1 (+/- 2 days) of menses
2
Q
Causes of menstrual migraine
A
Menses, postpartum, menopause, CHC placebo, missed CHC doses, ovulation, pregnancy, CHC, ART including ovulation induction and IVF
3
Q
Treatment for menstrual migraines
A
Frovatriptan, naratriptan, zolmitriptan, magnesium
4
Q
What kind of contraceptives should you avoid in patients with migraine with aura?
A
ESTROGEN-CONTAINING CONTRACEPTIVES
5
Q
Frovatriptan dosing for menstrual migraine
A
2.5mg PO BID 2 days before menses x6 days total
6
Q
Naratriptan dosing for menstrual migraine
A
1mg PO BID 2-3 days before symptom onset x5-6 days