Migraine relief

Migraines are severe and disabling headaches that also include a variety of other accompanying symptoms which make the diagnosis difficult.
As a part of the conventional treatment there is a vast amount of medications available. Such non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications as aspirin and ibuprofen are the most commonly used. In cases of mild or intermittent migraines some drugs that contain acetaminophen and caffeine might be helpful, but in case of over using might cause the symptoms to get worse.
There is a new kind of a migraine relief available – drugs which are called triptans. They have proven to be effective in cases of severe migraine. This medication, however, has serious side effects; therefore it is recommended to stay under close medical supervision while using it.
Another kind of medication – ergotamine have been used prior to triptans. This drug is less expensive and has fewer side effects, but consequently it is also not as effective.
Anti-nausea medication is commonly prescribed in fighting with complementary migraine symptoms. Medications containing codeine and hydrocodone are also normally used as a migraine headache relief in urgent circumstances; they can be addictive and should only be considered as a last resort.
In order to prevent migration such substances as beta blockers, calcium channel blockers, and other anti-hypertensives are used. They can be an effective migraine relief, because they can reduce the frequency, the severity, and the length of the attacks.
Aside from the traditional medication treatment there is a large variety of natural migraine relief remedies available to those suffering from the disorder.
The most common of which are:

1. Feverfew, the herb, which is also called Tanacetum parthenium, has been a migraine relief for centuries. There have been several studies conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of the herb in preventing and treating migraines. These studies have shown that a significant decrease in the migraine frequency has been achieved. However, not all of the studies show that feverfew is, in fact, effective. Feverfew has a number of side effects, such as abdominal pain, gas, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and increased nervousness. 
2. 5 – HTP is a compound that is made from the amino acid tryptophan. This compound is also made from the seeds of an African plant, Griffonia simplicifolia. Some studies have shown that 5-HTP can help prevent migraines and reduce their frequency and severity. 
3. Magnesium, or a mineral found in foods such as nuts, seeds, green leafy vegetables, and whole grains. Research into the effects of magnesium on the migraines has shown promising results. Although some studies have proven that it reduces the severity and frequency of the migraines, more studies are still required. 

Over the past 10 years there has been a significant improvement in treating the migraines. There are both; conventional and natural, or alternative means of treatment. If combined these means are more likely to be successful in reducing the frequency and severity of migraine attacks.