Question

A 30-year-old patient experiences recurring migraines with aura twice a month. They have minimal relief with simple analgesics. According to NICE guidelines which prophylactic treatment should be considered first?

Accepted Answer

Propranolol

Answer

Amitriptyline

Answer

Topiramate

Answer

Sumatriptan

Answer

Valproate

Practice question

A 30-year-old patient experiences recurring migraines with aura twice a month. They have minimal relief with simple analgesics. According to NICE guidelines which prophylactic treatment should be considered first?