Which drugs are used to prevent migraine headaches? (Select all that apply.)
a. Divalproex [Depakote]
b. Amitriptyline [Elavil]
c. Timolol
d. Ergotamine [Ergomar]
e. Acebutolol
A, B, C
Preferred drugs for prophylaxis include propranolol, divalproex, and amitriptyline. Timolol is a beta blocker and can be used instead of propranolol. Acebutolol possesses intrinsic sympatho-mimetic activity and is not effective for migraine prophylaxis. Ergotamine is used for abortive therapy.
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