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Frovatriptan succinate
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Pronounced: (froe-va-TRIP-tan)
Other Names: None Listed
Catagory: serotonin receptor agonist |
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Drug InformationFROVA is a prescription medicine used to treat migraine attacks in adults. It is in the class of drugs called selective serotonin receptor agonists. FROVA should only be taken for a migraine headache. Do not use FROVA to treat headaches that might be caused by other conditions. Tell your doctor about your symptoms. Your doctor will decide if you have migraine headaches and if FROVA is for you.
Mechanism:
FROVA targets the nerves and blood vessels that cause migraine headaches. Migraines are intense headaches that often affect one side of the head and are associated with nausea and vomiting, sensitivity to light and sound.
More Info:
For more information about this medicine, talk to your healthcare provider.
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Side EffectsThe most common side effects associated with use of FROVA are: dizziness, fatigue (tiredness), headache (other than a migraine headache), paresthesia (feeling of tingling), dry mouth, flushing (hot flashes), feeling hot or cold, chest pain, dyspepsia (indigestion), skeletal pain (pain in joints or bones)
Precautions:
Do not take FROVA if you: have uncontrolled high blood pressure, have heart disease or a history of heart disease, have hemiplegic or basilar migraine (if you are not sure about this; ask your doctor), have had a stroke, have circulation (blood flow) problems, have any allergic reaction to the tablet
Preganant:
If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant talk to your doctor before taking FROVA. It is NOT know whether FROVA is excreted in the breast milk. DO NOT take FROVA while breast-feeding until you have talked to your doctor or pediatrician.
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Dosage InformationTake one FROVA tablet anytime after the start of your migraine headache. If your headache comes back after your first dose, you may take a second tablet after two (2) hours. Do not take more than three (3) FROVA tablets in a 24-hour period.
Missed Dosage:
Take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage:
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed.
Overdose:
Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your local or regional poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
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