Eletriptan
Description
Eletriptan is used to reduce the symptoms of migraine headaches with or without aura in adult patients. It inhibits the release of certain substances that are responsible for causing headaches and sensitivity to sound and light. It should be noted that this medicine does not help in the prevention of migraines and it does not reduce the frequency of migraine attacks.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Eletriptan
- Chest pain
- Difficulty with swallowing
- Nausea and vomiting
- Sweating
- Stomach upset
- Heartburn
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Numbness
- Unusual tiredness and weakness
Uses of Eletriptan
What is it prescribed for?
- Migraine
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
- Duration of effectThe time until which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit forming tendency has been reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
- Usage while breast-feeding?This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to eletriptan or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
Cardiovascular Disease
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of cardiovascular diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Uncontrolled hypertension
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a history of uncontrolled hypertension due to the increased risk of very high blood pressure levels and hypertensive crisis.
Peripheral vascular diseases
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of peripheral vascular diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome due to an increased risk of disturbances of the cardiac rhythm.
Severe liver impairment
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from severe liver function impairment due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects.
Ischemic bowel disease
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from ischemic bowel disease due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Hemiplegic or Basilar migraines
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with Hemiplegic or Basilar migraines. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered based on the patient's clinical condition.
High cholesterol levels
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of high cholesterol levels due to the increased risk of severe cardiovascular side effects.
Medicine overuse
This medicine should not be overused. Overuse of this medicine may cause worsening of the headaches. It should be used exactly as prescribed.
Arrhythmias
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of arrhythmias due to the increased risk of worsening of the condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Chest, throat, and neck tightness
This medicine should be used with caution due to an increased risk of side effects such as tightness of the chest, throat, and neck. Any such symptoms should be reported to the doctor on priority. Close monitoring of heart function may be necessary for some patients. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Use in pediatrics
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Driving and operating machines
This medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
This medicine is taken on an as-needed basis.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Azole antifungal agents
Fluoxetine
Fluvoxamine
Granisetron
Disease interactions
Cardiovascular disease
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from cardiovascular diseases due to the increased risk of serious and life-threatening reactions. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered based on the patient's clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take this medicine exactly as instructed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed/advised. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of any severe side effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine works in the following ways; it constricts the dilated blood vessels in the brain, it stops the pain signals from being sent to the brain, and it blocks the release of certain substances which are responsible for causing pain. All these actions bring about its therapeutic effects.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Antimigraine agents
Schedule
Schedule H
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