Migraine is a debilitating neurological disorder. Triptans can be a lifeline for sufferers. But they're not for everyone. Skip next section More on Science from around the world ...

Some triptans are a more effective treatment for acute migraines than newer, more expensive drugs, finds an analysis of the latest evidence published by The BMJ today. Triptans work by narrowing blood ...

Triptans have been a go-to acute migraine treatment for decades, and for many people these tried-and-true medications reliably keep full-blown migraine attacks at bay. But that’s not the case for ...

Migraine, a severe, throbbing pain, usually on one side of the head, is the leading cause of disability in girls and women aged 15 to 49 years. — TNS Some triptans are a more effective treatment for ...