naratriptan (Amerge)
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Introduction
Tradename: Amerge. naratriptan hydrochloride:
Indications
- migraine headache (useful for patients with frequent recurrence)
Contraindications
- severe renal impairment (GFR < 15 mL/min)
- severe hepatic impairment
- hemiplegic or basilar migraine
- within 24 hours of ergot alkaloid
Dosage
- 1-2.5 mg at onset of headache
- may repeat in 4 hours
- max dose 5 mg/24 hours
Tabs: 1 & 2.5 mg.
Pharmacokinetics
- longer acting than other triptans
1/2life = 6 hours