Treatment response in headache from medication overuse
Part of Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This trial looks at how well people respond to treatment when their headaches are caused by taking too much pain medicine. It may help if you have migraines or tension headaches and you use triptans or NSAIDs often.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old
- You have headaches caused by overusing migraine or pain medicines (triptans or NSAIDs)
- You have been told you have chronic migraines or chronic tension-type headaches
- You do not have serious health issues like heart failure, kidney disease, or uncontrolled diabetes
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a history of substance abuse
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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