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Too many people with migraine feel that their pain is ignored. 💢 It's time to take migraine seriously. Pfizer is taking action to try and help millions of people get better access to the treatments they need. Join us. 🤝
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The Invisible Pain of Migraine

Many people with migraine are suffering in silence. At the same time, they’re also facing complex barriers to getting the prescribed treatment they need. As a result, a staggering 89% of people surveyed* say that the inability to access treatments they need has impacted their ability to manage their migraine.

In another survey of 1,000 people living with migraine in the U.S.:

In an online survey conducted from July 16 – 31, 2024 among n=1,000 U.S. adults 18 years of age and older who are living with migraine, all qualified respondents were screened to ensure they experience a migraine attack at least 2 days per month. All respondents in the sample are currently employed, and an oversample of women (n=693) and chronic migraine sufferers (n=299 who experience a migraine attack at least 15 days per month) was included in this survey sample.

* In 2023, The Headache & Migraine Policy Forum completed an online survey of 498 U.S. respondents to determine how people with migraine are experiencing delays in accessing migraine therapies due to insurance denials and non-medical switching.

Overcoming Barriers to Migraine Treatment

Right now, people with migraine often face a complicated process to access the treatments they’re prescribed. These resources may be able to help you navigate towards better care.

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About Migraine Treatment Options

There are a number of pharmacologic options for acute and preventive therapies for migraine.
Note: Not all options are FDA approved for migraine.

Acute Medication Treatments for Migraine

Acute treatments aim to stop the progression of a migraine once it has started. They typically work best when taken as soon as symptoms of a migraine attack start. Treatment options include:

CGRP Antagonists (Gepants)

Calcitonin gene-related peptide antagonists (gepants) are prescription medications that are effective at relieving pain and treating migraine symptoms. They can be found as oral tablets or nasal spray.
Learn about an FDA-approved oral disintegrating CGRP
Learn about an FDA-approved nasal spray CGRP

Pain Relievers

Over-the-counter or prescription pain relievers, like aspirin, ibuprofen or acetaminophen, are common treatment options for mild migraine pain. Some pain relievers are offered in combination with caffeine.

Triptans

Triptans are prescription medications that block pain pathways in the brain and can relieve many symptoms of migraine. They are often the first prescription medicine offered for moderate to severe migraine.

Dihydroergotamines

Dihydroergotamines are prescription medications that are most effective for migraine attacks that tend to last more than 24 hours. They can be found as nasal sprays or self-administered injections.

Ditans

Ditans are serotonin 5-HT1F agonists taken as needed to treat migraine symptoms like headache pain, light/sound sensitivity, nausea, and vomiting.

Preventive Medication Treatments for Migraine

Preventive treatments aim to reduce the frequency, severity, and duration of migraine attacks. They are typically prescribed for frequent, long-lasting or severe headaches that don’t respond well to acute treatment. Treatment options often used for migraine include:

CGRP Antagonists (Gepants)

CGRP antagonists (gepants) are oral tablets that help to prevent migraine attacks.
Learn about an FDA-approved oral disintegrating CGRP

Blood Pressure-Lowering Medications

Blood pressure-lowering medications including beta blockers and calcium channel blockers can be helpful in preventing migraine attacks.

Antidepressants

Antidepressants have been found to prevent migraine attacks for some people.

Anti-Seizure Drugs

Anti-seizure drugs might help those who have less frequent migraine attacks, but can cause side effects like dizziness, weight changes, nausea, and more.

Neuromuscular Blockers

Neuromuscular blockers can help prevent migraine attacks in eligible adults when given every 12 weeks.

CGRP Monoclonal Antibodies

CGRP antibodies are given monthly or quarterly by injection to help prevent migraine attacks.
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A Group Effort

Our partners all share the same goal. Together we’re working to make it easier for people with migraine to access the care and treatments they need. Visit their sites to get more helpful resources.

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National Headache Foundation Logo National Headache Foundation Link

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