Almotriptan

Dosage Forms Available

• Almotriptan is available in oral form for administration.

• This medication comes as a tablet to take by mouth.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• Almotriptan is intended for use in adults.

• The medicine should not be administered to children or adolescents below 18 years of age.

Contraindications

• Almotriptan is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to the medicine.

• Patients with ischemic heart disease, uncontrolled hypertension, or a history of stroke or transient ischemic attacks should also avoid using this medicine.

Other Medications to Avoid

• Almotriptan may interact with ergotamine-containing or ergot-type medicines (such as dihydroergotamine or methysergide), other 5-HT1 agonists, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as fluoxetine, serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) such as venlafaxine, and monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) like phenelzine.

• It is necessary to consult a doctor before beginning any new prescription or over-the-counter medications.

Overdose and Missed Dose

• Overdose of Almotriptan can cause symptoms such as nausea, sleepiness, or heart problems. Seek immediate medical attention if you suspect an overdose.

• If you miss a dose of Almotriptan, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• To manage nausea, try eating light and bland meals.

• If you experience dizziness or sleepiness, rest and avoid sudden changes in position.

• Stay hydrated to help manage fatigue.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Almotriptan may cause dizziness or drowsiness, so it may affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery. It is advisable to avoid such activities until you know how this medicine affects you.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Almotriptan should only be used during pregnancy if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the foetus.

• Nursing mothers should not breastfeed within 24 hours of taking Almotriptan.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Almotriptan should be used with caution in patients with risk factors for cardiovascular disease.

• Patients with severe renal or hepatic impairment should also use Almotriptan cautiously.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Regular relaxation and mindfulness exercises may help manage stress, a common trigger for migraines.

• Maintain a consistent sleep schedule to prevent triggering migraines.

• Monitor your diet, as certain foods and drinks can trigger migraines. These might include alcohol, especially red wine, caffeine, chocolate, aged cheeses, monosodium glutamate (a flavour enhancer), and foods high in nitrates, like hot dogs and processed meats.

• Keep a headache diary, noting when your migraines start, what you were doing at the time, how long they last and what, if anything, provides relief. Over time, you might identify specific foods, drinks, activity levels or changes in weather that trigger your migraines.