Two more studies showing very high rate of prescriptions for narcotic drugs given to migraine sufferers. One study found an over 50% rate for adults and the other study found a 16% rate for children. Narcotics are considered last-resort, "rescue" drugs for migraines that won't subside. Narcotics are potentially addictive, can cause withdrawal symptoms, and may make migraines worse in the long run. Dr. Lawrence Newman, president of the American Headache Society was quoted as saying "These findings are upsetting".
This is upsetting to me. Is it upsetting to you?
Many Migraine Sufferers Given Narcotic Painkillers, Barbiturates
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