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In the United States, it is available only by medical prescription. It is available over the counter in many states in Australia. The product requires labelling by a pharmacist and is only available in packs of two without a medical prescription. [30] However, it can be bought over the counter in the UK [31] and Sweden. [32]
Like all triptans, almotriptan has a high and specific affinity for serotonin 5-HT 1B/1D receptors. Binding of the drug to the receptor leads to vasoconstriction of the cranial (brain) blood vessels and thus affects the redistribution of blood flow. Almotriptan significantly increases cerebral blood flow and reduces blood flow through ...
Triptans should be taken as soon as possible after the onset of pain. In case of migraine with aura they are to be taken after the aura and with the onset of pain. [10] If taken too early, they may not have the full effect on symptom reduction, and in case of an aura, they can worsen the aura.
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A meta-analysis of 53 clinical trials has shown that all triptans are effective for treating migraine at marketed doses and that naratriptan, although less effective than sumatriptan and rizatriptan was more effective than placebo in reducing migraine symptoms at two hours [3] and efficacy was demonstrated in almost two thirds of subjects after four hours of treatment.
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Acetaminophen is an analgesic that can also be used, but NSAIDS should be tried first due to their anti-inflammatory properties. However, acetaminophen would be considered first line in pregnant patients. [6] Combination therapy of an NSAID with a triptan can be used when either medication is insufficient alone for migraine relief or recurrence ...