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Ocular Migraine - Ophthalmoplegic Migraine

Prevention & Expectations

What can be done to prevent the condition?

A person can lower the risk for migraine by identifying and avoiding triggers. People who are sensitive to tyramine, for example, should not drink red wine. Medicines used to prevent migraines include the following:

anticonvulsants, such as gabapentin and carbamazepine

beta-blockers, such as atenolol and propanolol

calcium channel blockers, such as diltiazem and verapamil

lithium carbonate

methysergide maleate and methylergonovine maleate

nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen and naproxen

other antidepressants, such as trazodone and venlafaxine HCl

selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, also called SSRIs, including paroxetine HCl and fluoxetine HCl

tricyclic antidepressants, such as amitriptyline and nortriptyline

What are the long-term effects of the condition?

Rarely, a person may have permanent vision problems after ophthalmoplegic migraines.

What are the risks to others?

Ophthalmoplegic migraines are not contagious. They pose no risk to others.

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