Pathology

Question 1

What can you prescribe for prophylactic treatment of headaches (more than 1 day/month of headache)?

Answer 1

1. Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) 400 mg QD
2. Magnesium 600 mg QD
3. Cyproheptadine (Periactin) 4 mg TID for young kids < 10

Question 2

What are Triptans?

Answer 2

Selective agonists at 5-HT 1B/1D serotonin receptor developed as a specific migraine treatment

Question 3

What medication can you give to a patient with a big headache in the ER?

Answer 3

Metoclopramide IV