Take pain-relief medication early (NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen; acetaminophen if appropriate)
Consider migraine-specific meds (triptans) if prescribed and taken at the start of...
Take an over-the-counter pain reliever early (ibuprofen, naproxen, or acetaminophen)
Consider an OTC migraine medicine if available (migraine-specific options such as acetaminophen plus caffeine or...