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Why do tricyclic antidepressants prevent migraines?
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Serotonin modulation: An excellent question. Amitriptyline affects multiple neurotransmitters, and it is believed that its modulation of serotonin calms the nerves that stimulate migraines.
Answered 2/16/2015
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