Best Medicines for Migraine in India
Migraine has specific triggers and requires targeted treatment.
Last updated: January 2026
Sumatriptan
Use: Triptan for acute migraine.
Side effects: Tingling, tightness
Side effects: Tingling, tightness. Triptan for acute migraine.
Flunarizine
Use: Preventive for frequent migraines.
Side effects: Weight gain, drowsiness
Side effects: Weight gain, drowsiness. Preventive for frequent migraines.
Propranolol
Use: Preventive beta blocker.
Side effects: Fatigue
Side effects: Fatigue. Preventive beta blocker.
Amitriptyline
Use: Preventive antidepressant.
Side effects: Drowsiness, dry mouth
Side effects: Drowsiness, dry mouth. Preventive antidepressant.
When to See a Doctor
If migraines >4/month, aura changes, or don't respond to treatment.
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