Paroxysmal hemicrania belongs to the indomethacin-responsive headache disorders. Its management covers both acute exacerbation control and prolonged prevention.
A specific oral agent — the recognised first-choice drug for this indomethacin-responsive headache condition — is used for both acute exacerbation management and ongoing prevention, including during periods outside active phases.
DOI: 10.1186/s10194-017-0777-3
PH is another member of the so-called indomethacin-responsive headaches and, in fact, indomethacin is undoubtedly the best treatment even for this condition.
Even when used for PH control outside active phases indomethacin is the most effective treatment.
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