Drug reference
naratriptan
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Drug class
Central Nervous System (Migraine Drugs)
Mechanism of action
Selective 5-HT1 receptor agonist in cranial arteries Causes vasoconstriction and reduces inflammation associated with antidronic neuronal transmission associated with relief of migraine
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Paresthesias
- Pain/pressure sensation
- Throat/neck symptoms
Known interactions (7)
- almotriptan + naratriptan Contraindicated
- eletriptan + naratriptan Contraindicated
- ergotamine + naratriptan Contraindicated
- frovatriptan + naratriptan Contraindicated
- isocarboxazid + naratriptan Major
- bromocriptine + naratriptan Moderate
- cabergoline + naratriptan Moderate
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is naratriptan?
naratriptan belongs to: Central Nervous System.
How does naratriptan work?
Selective 5-HT1 receptor agonist in cranial arteries Causes vasoconstriction and reduces inflammation associated with antidronic neuronal transmission associated with relief of migraine
What are the common side effects of naratriptan?
Dizziness, Drowsiness, Fatigue, Nausea, Paresthesias, Pain/pressure sensation, Throat/neck symptoms
Which drugs interact with naratriptan?
almotriptan, eletriptan, ergotamine, frovatriptan, isocarboxazid, bromocriptine, cabergoline
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