Julius Caesar. 1  A famous general, and husband to Calpurnia. His followers wish to make him king, causing Brutus, Cassius, and the other conspirators to kill him before that can happen. 2  A high-ranking and well-respected Roman, husband to Portia, and one of Caesar's murderers. An intelligent and self-possessed stoic, Brutus is respected by friend and enemy alike, and even by Caesar as Brutus kills himâ¦ (read full character analysis)
Medicines to prevent a migraine. Drugs used to prevent migraines include: 1  Anticonvulsants, such as topiramate. 2  AntidepressantsAntidepressants, such as amitriptyline. 3  Antihistamine, such as cyproheptadine. 4  Beta-blockers, such as propranolol. 5  Botulinum toxinBotulinum toxin, such as Botox. 6  Calcium channel blockers, such as verapamil. 7  Histamine.
Many people who have frequent or severe migraines may use preventive medications, including beta-blockers such as propranolol. Beta-blockers, which slow the heart rate, are used mostly to treat heart conditions. âThese medications arenât for migraine patients who have asthma, certain lung problems or slow heart rate,â Bastings warns. Certain antiepileptic drugs, such as topiramate and divalproex sodium, are also prescribed for migraines.