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Flumedroxone
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Flumedroxone is a corticosteroid derivative used to treat migraines. In one study, the benefit was largely limited to women with headache associated with premenstrual syndrome.[1]
References
References
- ↑ Bradley WG, Hudgson P, Foster JB, Newell DJ (August 1968). “Double-blind controlled trial of a micronized preparation of flumedroxone (Demigran) in prophylaxis of migraine”. Br Med J. 3 (5617): 531–3. doi:10.1136/bmj.3.5617.531. PMC 1986487. PMID 4877801.
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