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almotriptan (Axert)
Indications: migraine
Contraindications:
1) ischemic heart disease
2) uncontrolled hypertension
Dosage:
1) 12.5 mg PO at onset of headache
2) start with 6.25 mg in patient with hepatic or renal insufficiency
3) maximum: 25 mg/day
Tabs: 6.25 mg, 12.5 mg.
Adverse effects:
-> causes less chest pain than Imitrex
Notes: Manufacturer: Pharmacia
Interactions
drug interactions
drug adverse effects of triptan(s)
General
serotonin agonist (5-HT receptor agonist, triptan)
Database Correlations
PUBCHEM correlations
References
Prescriber's Letter 8(7):39 2001