A patient who has migraine headaches usually has two to three severe migraines each month.The patient has been using a triptan nasal spray but reports little relief and is concerned about missing so many days of work.The primary care NP should consider:

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For severe migraines,an injectable triptan should be considered along with corticosteroids or opioids as rescue medications.Oral triptans are not as effective for severe migraines.Ergotamines may be tried as second-line therapy.

A Patient Who Has Migraine Headaches Usually Has Two to Three