migrain medicines

Uses

 

Rizatriptan is used in adults to treat the acute headache phase of the migraine attack (pulsating headaches, often on one side of the head) with or without aura (visual disturbances usually in the form of geometric patterns or flashing, shimmering lights that one experiences just before a migraine attack).

 

How it works

 

Rizatriptan belongs to the class of drugs called selective serotonin 5-HT1B/1D receptor agonists. It acts by reducing swelling of blood vessels around the brain and also controlling release of certain chemicals in the body that can trigger headache pain, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and other migraine symptoms.

 

Dosage

 

• Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding the dosage and duration.
• 5-10 mg once a day.

Dicorate ER contains Divalproex Uses Divalproex is used to treat mood disorder (mania), fits (complex partial seizures) and headaches due to migraine.How it works Divalproex belongs to the group of medicines called anticonvulsants. It acts by reducing or preventing the number of seizures and by controlling the abnormal activity of nerve signals in the brain.Dosage Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding the dosage and duration.Treatment of fits (seizures):

• In adults and children (> 10 years): Starting dose: 10 to 15 mg/kg daily, maintenance dose: below 60 mg/kg daily.

Treatment of mania:

• In adults: Starting dose: 250 mg daily in divided doses, maintenance dose: according to clinical effect.

Treatment of headaches due to migraine:

• In adults: Starting dose: 250 mg twice daily, maintenance dose: up to 1000 mg daily.

Common side effects Nausea, sleepiness, dizziness, vomiting, weakness, abdominal pain, indigestion, rash, loose motions, increased appetite, tremor, weight gain, back pain, hair loss, headache, fever, loss of appetite, constipation, double vision, reduced vision in one or both eyes, unsteady movements, involuntary, rapid and repetitive movement of the eyes, loss of memory, flu syndrome, infection, inflammation of the air passages, bruises, swelling unable to sleep, nervousness, depression, sore throat, breathlessness, ringing in ears, inflammation of stomach.

Uses

 

Rizatriptan is used in adults to treat the acute headache phase of the migraine attack (pulsating headaches, often on one side of the head) with or without aura (visual disturbances usually in the form of geometric patterns or flashing, shimmering lights that one experiences just before a migraine attack).

 

How it works

 

Rizatriptan belongs to the class of drugs called selective serotonin 5-HT1B/1D receptor agonists. It acts by reducing swelling of blood vessels around the brain and also controlling release of certain chemicals in the body that can trigger headache pain, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and other migraine symptoms.

 

Common side effects

decreased sensitivity of skin, neck pain, pain in abdomen or chest., nausea, throat discomfort, flushing, dry mouth, vomiting, diarrhea, stiffness, fast or irregular heart beat, Tingling, feeling of heaviness in parts of the body, decreased mental sharpness, indigestion, insomnia, headache

Rizora contains Rizatriptan.
Rizatriptan cation is is a selective serotonin receptor agonist, prescribed for the treatment of migraines in adults. It narrows blood vessels in the brain and stops the release of certain natural substances that cause pain, nausea, and other symptoms of migraine.

Uses

 

Rizatriptan is used in adults to treat the acute headache phase of the migraine attack (pulsating headaches, often on one side of the head) with or without aura (visual disturbances usually in the form of geometric patterns or flashing, shimmering lights that one experiences just before a migraine attack).

 

How it works

 

Rizatriptan belongs to the class of drugs called selective serotonin 5-HT1B/1D receptor agonists. It acts by reducing swelling of blood vessels around the brain and also controlling release of certain chemicals in the body that can trigger headache pain, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and other migraine symptoms.

Naratrex This medication is a triptan drug (Abortive medication) prescribed for migraine. It results in the contraction of blood vessels surrounding the brain and also stops the release of substances that activate the pain.
Read more: Naratriptan (Naratrex) Drug Information - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions | This medication is a triptan drug (Abortive medication) prescribed for migraine. It results in the contraction of blood vessels surrounding the brain and also stops the release of substances that activate the pain

Uses

 

Naratriptan is used for the treatment of severe migraine headaches (pulsating headaches, often on one side of the head) with or without aura (visual disturbances usually in the form of geometric patterns or flashing, shimmering lights that one experiences just before a migraine attack).

 

How it works

 

Naratriptan belongs to a class of medications called selective serotonin receptor agonists. It prevents the release of certain natural substances (pro-inflammatory neuropeptides) that cause pain and other symptoms of migraine thereby relieving migraine attacks.

 

Common side effects

nausea, dizziness, unusual tiredness ., malaise, vomiting, sensations of pain and pressure in throat/neck, sleepiness, Abnormal sensations of skin, drowsiness, sensations of heat