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naratriptan /nar·a·trip·tan/ (nar″ah-trip´tan) a selective serotonin receptor agonist used as the hydrochloride salt in the acute treatment of migraine.
naratriptan, a migraine agent. indications It is used in the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura. contraindications The following factors prohibit its use: angina pectoris, a history of myocardial infarction, documented silent ischemia, ischemic heart disease, concurrent use of ergotamine-containing preparations, uncontrolled hypertension, hypersensitivity, severe renal disease (creatinine clearance rate 15 mL/min), and severe hepatic disease in children (Pugh grade C). adverse effects Adverse effects include nausea, myalgia, dizziness, sedation, and fatigue. Common side effects include weakness and neck stiffness. naratriptan [nar″ah-trip´tan] a selective serotonin receptor agonist used as the hydrochloride salt in the acute treatment of migraine; administered orally.
naratriptan Amerge® Neurology An agent used for acute treatment of migraine. See Migraine. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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