Rest in a quiet, dark room
Drink water or an electrolyte drink
Take prescribed migraine medication as directed
Use an over-the-counter pain reliever if appropriate
Apply a cold pack to the forehead or neck
Avoid bright lights, loud noise, and strong smells
Eat a small snack if you have not eaten recently
Try to sleep or relax
Limit screen time
Sip caffeine only if it usually helps you
Keep a migraine diary to identify triggers
Seek urgent medical help for sudden severe headache, weakness, confusion, vision loss, fever, stiff neck, or head injury