Is there a medication I can take to prevent cluster
headaches?
Sure, there are several medications used to prevent cluster
headaches. The most effective appear to be the calcium channel blockers. In
some cases, you may need to combine them with either lithium or ergotamine.
Verapamil is the calcium channel blocker that is most often prescribed and has
good efficacy. I would highly recommend it. It is a relatively cheap drug,
requires a prescription and is readily available. Its major adverse effect is
constipation, so you better drink lot of water and eats tons of vegetables. In
some cases, the feet may swell and this can be prevented by wearing compression
stockings.
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