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Almotriptan - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions — Description, Dosage, Side Effects | PillsCard
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Almotriptan - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions
6.25 mg/1, Tablet, film coated
INN: ALMOTRIPTAN MALATE
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Form
TABLET, FILM COATED
Dosage
6.25 mg/1
Route
ORAL
Storage
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About This Product
Manufacturer
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
User Reviews
Reviews reflect personal experiences and are not medical advice. Always consult your doctor.
ATC Code
N02CC05
Source
OPENFDA_NDC
Almotriptan is prescribed to treat a headache caused due to migraine attacks with or without aura, a perception or sensitivity to light, strange noise, and unpleasant smell with confusing thoughts.
This medication is a triptan results in the contraction of blood vessels surrounding the brain and also stops the release of substances that activates the pain.
⚠️ Warnings
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of hypersensitivity to sulfonamides, liver or kidney impairment, seizures; children, pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• It may significantly increase blood pressure. Monitor blood pressure level regularly.
• It may cause drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
Patient may develop with increased risk of Serotonin Syndrome with the following symptoms: increased heart rate, shivering, sweating, dilated pupils,etc . If it is so consult with your healthcare provider.
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