Medication overuse headache – An under-diagnosed problem in shunted idiopathic intracranial hypertension patients

Abstract

Medication overuse headache in shunted IIH patients can lead to the requirement of hospital admission, investigations and procedures. We suggest that opiates and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory analgesics (NSAIDs) are used for a specified duration post-operatively and reviewed regularly. We suggest that patients are counselled regarding medication overuse headache in a multidisciplinary setting.