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Tinnitus and Migraine: Link, Causes, and More

Treatment

Treatment for migraine and ringing in the ears usually involve both drugs and lifestyle changes.

Your doctor may recommend the following drugs:

  • Topiramate [3]
  • Beta-blockers
  • Calcium-channel blockers
  • Serotonin [4] or serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs or SNRIs)
  • Tricyclic antidepressants [5]

Drugs such as benzodiazepines can also help in treating tinnitus.

Your doctor may recommend the following lifestyle changes to treat your migraine:

  • White noise machines to reduce the impact of tinnitus on quality of life
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy [6]
  • Low-salt diet [7]
  • Stress reduction
  • Abstaining from caffeine and alcohol