Medications that are commonly used for the acute treatment include
nonsteroidal anti-
inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), dihydroergotamine (DHE), the triptans, and the combination of aspirin, acetaminophen, and caffeine (AAC). If severe attacks cannot be controlled with these medications- analgesics, corticosteroids, or dihydroergotamine may be prescribed. For preventive treatment, short-term prophylaxis taken perimenstrually can be effective. Hormonal therapy may also be indicated.