Antimigraine- Level 3

Drugs- Almotriptan, Eletriptan, Frovatriptan, Naratriptan,
Rizatriptan, Sumatriptan, Zolmitriptan
What is it?
 Antimigraine- Triptans; Relief of Migraine Headaches and
 Cluster Headaches
 Taken as- Inhalation, Injection, Orally
Side Effects
 Dizziness, Vertigo, Headache, Anxiety, Fatigue, Weakness, Trouble
Swallowing, Tightness in Chest, Cold/Burning/Hot Sensations,
Numbness, Lesions, Visual Disorders, Prolonged High Blood
Pressure, Swelling of Eyelids or Lips
What can I do?
 See your Health care Provider- as needed
 See your Pharmacist- for help
 See a Food Fitness First Registered Dietitian- on line
 AVOID- if Allergic to Antimigraine, Coronary Artery Disease,
Uncontrolled Hypertension, Pregnancy, Driving, Operating
Dangerous Machinery; St. John’s Wart, MAOIs
o Use Cautiously- if Lactation, Elderly
o Control- Lighting, Noise, Temperature