Two pills frequently prescribed to children to prevent migraines.

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Two pills frequently prescribed to children to prevent migraines are no more effective than a placebo, even though the two drugs (amitriptyline and topiramate) prevent migraines in adults, asserts a controversial study, which included work from the University of Iowa, Iowa City. 'The interpretation of these results is very challenging," says Christopher...