Rest in a dark, quiet room
Drink water or an electrolyte drink
Take your usual migraine medicine as directed
Take an over-the-counter pain reliever early if you can safely use it
Use a cold pack on 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
Sleep if possible
Massage your temples, scalp, or neck gently
Use deep, slow breathing
Avoid driving or strenuous activity
Seek urgent medical care if it is sudden, severe, unusual, or comes with weakness, confusion, fever, stiff neck, or vision loss