Tablets
Chemical Name: ELETRIPTAN (el-e-trip-tan)
Common uses
This medicine is a cerebral vasoconstrictor used to relieve migraine headache attacks as they occur. It will not prevent or reduce the number of attacks you experience.
Before using
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE within 72 hours of azole antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, or itraconazole), macrolide antibiotics (e.g., clarithromycin, or erythromycin), HIV protease inhibitors (e.g., nelfinavir, or ritonavir) or nefazodone. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE within 24 hours of other "triptan" migraine medications (e.g., sumatriptan), or ergot alkaloids (e.g., ergotamine, dihydroergotamine, or methysergide). ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you are also taking certain antidepressants (e.g., fluoxetine, or citalopram), sibutramine, or St. John's wort. Do not start or stop any medicine without your doctor or pharmacist's approval. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions including high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, smoking history, family history of heart disease or stroke, menopause, excessive weight gain, certain blood vessel problems (e.g., Raynaud's syndrome), allergies, especially to other "triptan" migraine drugs, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. USE OF THIS MEDICINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED if you have a history of chest pain, heart conditions, uncontrolled high blood pressure, certain blood circulation problems (e.g., peripheral vascular disease, ischemic bowel disease), severe liver disease, or stroke. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about taking this medicine.
Directions
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. This medicine comes with a patient information leaflet. Read it carefully. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may have about this medicine. IT IS BEST TO TAKE A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE as soon as you notice symptoms of a migraine attack. Allow 2 hours between taking doses of this medicine. DO NOT TAKE ADDITIONAL DOSES if you do not get a response from the first dose. Also, do not exceed 80 mg of this medicine in a 24-hour time period. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C), in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom.
Cautions
THIS MEDICINE IS NOT INTENDED to prevent or reduce the number of migraine attacks that you experience. IF YOU HAVE A HEADACHE THAT IS DIFFERENT than your usual migraine attacks (e.g., cluster, hemiplegic, or basilar headaches), check with your doctor before using this medicine. BEFORE YOU BEGIN USING THIS MEDICINE, give your doctor and pharmacist a list of all prescription and non-prescription medicines that you are using to treat and prevent migraine attacks. DO NOT USE ERGOT-CONTAINING MEDICINES within 24 hours of using this medicine. If you have questions about which medicines contain ergot, ask your doctor or pharmacist. BEFORE USING THIS MEDICINE ALSO TELL YOUR DOCTOR if you have chest pains, heart disease, shortness of breath, irregular heartbeats, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or diabetes. Also, tell your doctor if you smoke, if you have had a heart attack, if you have liver or kidney disease, are post-menopausal, or have had any seizures. Keep your doctor informed if you develop any of these conditions while you are taking this medicine. KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are using this medicine. THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE DIZZINESS. Using this medicine alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines can cause dizziness. CAUTION IS ADVISED WHEN USING THIS MEDICINE in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
Possible side effects
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking this medicine include stomach upset, dizziness, or dry mouth. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience tingling or numbness of the hands or feet; chest pain, pressure, or tightness; throat pain, pressure, or tightness; jaw or neck pain; trouble swallowing; unusually fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; stomach pain; bloody diarrhea; one-sided weakness; vision problems; or slurred speech. An allergic reaction to this medicine is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, or trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact with each other. Check drug interactions
If you take too much
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include severe dizziness or chest pain.
Additional information
If this medicine does not stop or decrease the severity of your migraine attack or if your symptoms become worse, check with your doctor. DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children and pets. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply runs out.
Disclaimer
This Information may change. Therefore, read the product information leaflet provided with the product before using it !!
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