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Migraine in disguise: How over‐the‐counter medication labeling perpetuates the "sinus headache" myth.

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Title: Migraine in disguise: How over‐the‐counter medication labeling perpetuates the "sinus headache" myth.
Authors: Niu, Haley (AUTHOR), Robblee, Jennifer (AUTHOR)
Source: Headache: The Journal of Head & Face Pain. Mar2026, Vol. 66 Issue 3, p733-735. 3p.
Subjects: Cross-sectional method, Headache, Content analysis, Descriptive statistics, Analgesics, Research methodology, Evidence-based medicine, Nonprescription drugs, Drug labeling, Nosology
Geographic Terms: United States
Abstract: Plain Language Summary: Most people who think they have a "sinus headache" actually have migraine, yet many over‐the‐counter products are marketed specifically for "sinus headache." We reviewed 144 over‐the‐counter headache products and found that all sinus‐labeled products contained added ingredients like decongestants that don't treat migraine. Clearer product labeling could help patients choose treatments based on their actual diagnosis rather than reinforcing common misconceptions about what's causing their headaches. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Copyright of Headache: The Journal of Head & Face Pain is the property of Wiley-Blackwell and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites without the copyright holder's express written permission. Additionally, content may not be used with any artificial intelligence tools or machine learning technologies. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
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