There are various sampling methods. The one chosen will depend on a number of factors (such as time, money etc.). 1. Random Sampling Everyone in the entire target population has an equal chance of being selected. This is similar to the national lottery.
Keeping a migraine journal will help the doctor determine the severity of migraine attacks and give the migraine specialist a better understanding of which medications may work best. Many different types of medications are used for acute migraine treatment, some of which include: Triptans.
If migraine pain is very severe and does not respond to other drugs, doctors may try painkillers containing opioids. Opioid drugs include morphine, codeine, meperidine (Demerol, generic), and oxycodone (Oxycontin)]. Butorphanol is an opioid in nasal spray form that may be useful as a rescue treatment when others fail.