Migraine Treatment in South Africa
A COMPLETE GUIDE · 8 MIN READ
Your Treatment Options, Compared
If you suffer from migraines, you know they are far more than just a bad headache. The good news is that South Africa has a growing range of treatment options — from specialist clinics and pharmaceutical interventions to natural and herbal alternatives.
PV
By Dr Peter Velter
General Practitioner · Special Interest in Migraine Therapy
Your Treatment Options, Compared
A migraine is a neurological condition characterised by intense, throbbing head pain — often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and extreme sensitivity to light and sound.
COMMON TRIGGERS
- Hormonal fluctuations
- Stress and anxiety
- Dehydration
- Hormonal fluctuations
- Stress and anxiety
- Dehydration
Prescription Treatments
ACUTE / ABORTIVE
Stop an Attack in Progress
Triptans, NSAIDs, anti-nausea medication, and newer CGRP gepants — taken at the first sign of an attack.
PREVENTATIVE
Reduce Frequency Over Time
Beta-blockers, antidepressants, anti-epileptics, CGRP antibodies, and Botox for chronic migraine.
Natural & Herbal Treatment
Many South Africans are turning to natural approaches — either alongside conventional treatment or as a standalone option. Our own Herbal Headache Relief nasal spray delivers active botanicals directly through the nasal passage, bypassing the digestive system for fast absorption.
FROM OUR SHOP
Herbal Headache Relief — Dual Nasal Spray
100% herbal, two-step system. Relief in under 3 minutes. R700,00.
COMMON TRIGGERS