Just a few days after new migraine treatment guidelines were
released at the American Academy of Neurology's annual
convention, new research published in this week's edition of
JAMA, finds Botox may not work as well on migraines as
originally thought. The AAN's recommendations found that
numerous drugs, such as the seizure drugs divalproex sodium,
sodium valproate and topiramate, along with the beta-blockers
metoprolol, propranolol and timolol, are effective for migraine
prevention. The guidelines also noted herbal drugs such as
petasites relieved migraine pain and nonsterodial anti-
inflammatory drugs, such as ibuprofen and naproxen sodium should
be offered to people with migraines to reduce the frequency and
severity of attacks. Botulinum toxin A, otherwise known as
Botox, was not mentioned. Since Botox has become a popular way
to eliminate wrinkles in the forehead, doctors have been using
it for all types of treatments, from excessive sweating to
headaches. But even though the U.S. Food and Drug Administrat