Results for tag: "Headache Drug"

Analgesics are a class of drugs used to treat pain, including headaches. Headache drugs are a subset of analgesics, and are used to treat the various types of headaches, such as tension headaches, migraines, and cluster headaches. These drugs can be taken orally, intravenously, or intranasally, depending on the type of headache and the severity of the symptoms. Common headache drugs include acetaminophen, ibuprofen, aspirin, and naproxen. These drugs work by blocking the production of certain chemicals in the brain that cause pain. Headache drugs are available over-the-counter and by prescription. Over-the-counter drugs are generally used for mild to moderate headaches, while prescription drugs are used for more severe headaches. Some of the major companies in the headache drug market include Pfizer, GlaxoSmithKline, Merck, Novartis, and Johnson & Johnson. Show Less Read more