What is the best treatment for migraines in children and adolescents?

13 October 2026Original research1 min read

By Tripdatabase.

Abstract

Evidence shows that ibuprofen and paracetamol are the first-line treatments for acute migraine in children and adolescents, while triptans serve as a second-line option. Preventive options include topiramate, propranolol, and emerging treatments like fremanezumab.

Keywords

Migraine and Headache Studies
pediatric migraine
adolescent migraine
acute migraine treatment
ibuprofen
paracetamol
triptans

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Published in Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research). The abstract is shown as published and remains the work of its authors; read the full article at the source.

doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23336639

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At a glance

Journal: Zenodo
Type: Original research
Published: 13 October 2026
Specialty: Paediatrics
Read time: 1 min
Authors: 1
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.23336639