by Sue Robbins | Nov 7, 2013 | Headache Drugs
Hilde Vollan, a PhD candidate in bioinformatics at the University of Oslo found her life turned upside down 4 years ago when she began having cluster headaches. “For years, I have tried to hide when the pain takes over, because people are scared and shocked to...
by Sue Robbins | Sep 15, 2013 | Headache Drugs
The form of botulinum toxin known as Botox will now carry indications for treating the fine lines that cluster around the eyelids – known as crow’s feet. With the FDA’s approval, Botox becomes the only FDA-approved drug treatment for eye wrinkles;...
by Sue Robbins | Jun 20, 2013 | Headache Drugs
Dr. Robbins was recently interviewed for an article in the Daily Muse. The following is a portion of the article. Even if you got stuck with migraines in the genetic jackpot, you might not know this: June is National Migraine Awareness Month. And so today, I’m...
by Sue Robbins | Apr 23, 2013 | Headache Drugs
Plantar Fasciitis occurs when the band of tissue on the bottom of the foot is overused, causing inflammation. A new study has found that Botox, along with stretching eases plantar fasciitis pain better than steroids do. The FDA has not yet approved Botox for this...
by Dr Robbins | Jan 23, 2013 | Headache Drugs
U.S. Specialty drugmaker Allergan has announced that it will buy MAP Pharmaceuticals, a purchase that will intensify Allergan’s presence in medicines for the treatment of adult migraines. Allergan manufactures Botox, which in the last few years has received...
