ELETRIPTAN - ORAL
PHONETIC PRONUNCIATION: (EL-e-TRIP-tan)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Relpax
GENERIC NAME(S): eletriptan hydrobromide
Uses
USES: Eletriptan is used to treat migraines. It helps to relieve headache, pain, and other migraine symptoms (including nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light/sound). Prompt treatment helps you return to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. Eletriptan belongs to a class of drugs known as triptans. It affects a certain natural substance (serotonin) that causes narrowing of blood vessels in the brain. It may also relieve pain by affecting certain nerves in the brain. Eletriptan does not prevent future migraines or lessen how often you get migraine attacks.
How to use ELETRIPTAN - ORAL
HOW TO USE: Read the Patient Information Leaflet available from your pharmacist before you start using eletriptan and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, at the first sign of a migraine. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. If there is no improvement in your symptoms, do not take more doses of this medication before talking to your doctor. If your symptoms are only partly relieved, or if your headache comes back, you may take another dose two hours after the first dose. For the US product, do not take more than 80 milligrams in a 24-hour period. For the Canadian product, the manufacturer recommends a maximum of 40 milligrams in a 24-hour period. If you have a higher risk for heart problems (see Precautions), your doctor may perform a heart exam before you start taking eletriptan. He/she may also direct you to take your first dose of this medication in the office/clinic to monitor for serious side effects (such as chest pain). Talk to your doctor for details. If you are using drugs for migraine attacks on 10 or more days each month, the drugs may actually make your headaches worse (medication overuse headache). Do not use medications more often or for longer than directed. Tell your doctor if you need to use this medication more often, or if the medication is not working as well, or if your headaches get worse.
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Eletriptan is an oral medication that belongs to a class of drugs called triptans. It is used to relieve migraine headaches.
Eletriptan works by narrowing the blood vessels around the brain and reducing inflammation to relieve migraine symptoms.
Take eletriptan as directed by your doctor. It is usually taken at the onset of a migraine headache. It can be taken with or without food, but should be swallowed whole with water.
The recommended dosage of eletriptan is usually 20 mg, but your doctor may adjust the dosage based on your response to the medication.
Eletriptan typically starts working within 2 hours of taking the medication. However, it may start working earlier for some individuals.
No, eletriptan is not used for the prevention of migraines. It is only used to treat migraine headaches that have already started.
Common side effects of eletriptan may include chest pain or tightness, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, and fatigue. However, these side effects are usually mild and temporary.
No, eletriptan is not suitable for everyone. It may not be recommended for individuals with certain medical conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure, or liver problems. It is important to discuss your medical history with your doctor before taking eletriptan.
Yes, eletriptan may interact with certain medications, including antidepressants, other migraine medications, and certain antibiotics or antifungal drugs. It is important to inform your doctor about all the medications you are currently taking to avoid any potential interactions.
Disclaimer
IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.
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