This thorough overview categorizes migraine medications under the titles preventive, abortive and general pain management. Links provide specific information regarding each medication, including associated side effects.

Medline provides comprehensive information, including migraine side effects and warnings for an extensive list of drugs, herbs and supplements.

Check out two tables, one on abortive migraine medications, the other on preventive medications. Take note of the commonly associated side effects.

Three women share their stories regarding the use of Topamax to treat migraines and migraine side effects.

Narrated by Dr. Roshini Raj, this series' final clip discusses some general migraine treatments and a few associated migraine side effects.

Provides patient information for many migraine medications. Leaflets include information on migraine side effects.

Provides thorough review of causes, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of migraines. Refer to treatment section for medications and their associated side effects.

This well-written overview of migraine headaches inundates the reader with info on medicinal side effects and precautions.

This resource divides migraine medications into two groups: Acute migraine treatments and preventative therapy. Make sure to read up on the common side effects listed here.

Lists several medications used in migraine headache treatment, along with several of the commonly associated side effects.

Patients often avoid taking medications to treat their migraines due to fear concerning potential side effects.

Provides an overview of several migraine medications and their associated side effects regarding weight gain/loss.

On migraine side effects, the FDA provides information regarding the use of triptans in combination with selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).

Information provided by the World Headache Alliance regarding some of the side effects reported with the use of topiramate (topamax).

A study conducted by the National Headache Foundation found that a large number of migraine patients are using non-FDA approved medication as their primary migraine treatment.

Teri Roberts talks about the risk, respect and responsibility related to safe medication usage, and how patients should take an active role with their prescriptions.