Update on Migraine Treatment During Pregnancy
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Update on Migraine Treatment During Pregnancy
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Treating migraine in pregnancy can be challenging since many drugs carry risks. The good news is that the FDA updated precautions on a drug-free wearable device. Molly O'Brien has the story in this Migraine Minute News Update.
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The FDA recently updated its precautionary language on the Nerivio neuromodulation device… removing the note that it has not been studied for use during pregnancy.
Based on a 2023 study published in Headache, the FDA changed the precaution to: "Users should consult their healthcare provider if they are pregnant or intend to get pregnant prior to using the device."
As we previously reported in an August 2023 Migraine Minute News update, the study's results suggest that the Nerivio device is a safe treatment for migraine during pregnancy, does not increase the risk for adverse pregnancy outcomes, and may offer a drug-free treatment option for migraine during pregnancy.