Treatment for migraine with aura
To ease aura symptoms, it might help to move into a quiet, dark room and close your eyes. You can also place a cold compress on your forehead or at the back of your neck. This may help ease the symptoms.
Treating migraine with an aura like other types will also involve a combination of medications. This will include medication for prevention and medication for the relief of symptoms.
Medications to prevent migraine attacks include:
- Blood pressure medication, such as beta-blockers or calcium channel blockers
- Antidepressants, such as amitriptyline
- Antiseizure drugs [7]
Medication for symptom relief will help reduce the severity of a migraine attack. They are usually taken once the symptoms of an aura develop. Examples of these medications include:
- Anti-nausea medication
- Pain relievers like ibuprofen or acetaminophen
- Dihydroergotamine
- Triptans
- Ditans, like lasmiditan
- Gepants like ubrogepant
Research is still being done on other possible treatments for migraine. These include acupuncture, relaxation techniques, and biofeedback.