Rest in a dark, quiet room
Drink water or an electrolyte drink
Take your usual migraine medicine as early as possible
Use an over-the-counter pain reliever if you can safely take it
Apply a cold pack to your forehead or neck
Try a small amount of caffeine if it usually helps you
Eat a light snack if you have not eaten
Avoid screens, bright lights, and loud noise
Use deep, slow breathing
Lie still and keep your head supported
Take any prescribed migraine rescue medication exactly as directed
Avoid alcohol and strong smells
Seek urgent medical care if the headache is sudden, severe, unusual, or comes with weakness, confusion, fever, vision loss, or trouble speaking