Migraine Management: Medication Schedule and Treatment Plan

Acute Medications (Take at onset of migraine)

Primary Treatment

• Medication: [Your prescribed triptan]
• Dosage: As prescribed by your physician
• Maximum: Do not exceed 2 doses in 24 hours
• Timing: Take at first sign of migraine

Rescue Medication

• Medication: [Your prescribed NSAID/other rescue medication]
• Usage: If triptan doesn't provide relief after 2 hours

Preventive Medications (Daily regimen)

Morning Medications

1. [Preventive medication name] - [dosage]
   • Take with food
   • Time: _______ AM

Evening Medications

1. [Preventive medication name] - [dosage]
   • Take 2-3 hours before bedtime
   • Time: _______ PM

Additional Treatments

Supplements (if prescribed)

• Magnesium: 400-600mg daily
• Vitamin B2: 400mg daily
• CoQ10: 100mg three times daily

Important Guidelines

• Keep a consistent schedule
• Take medications with 8oz of water
• Record side effects in migraine diary
• Contact physician if:
  • Severe side effects occur
  • Medications seem ineffective
  • You need more than 2 rescue doses per week

Emergency Contacts

Neurology Office: ______________ After Hours: ______________

Customize this schedule with your physician based on your specific treatment plan.