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Almotriptan + Selegiline

Severity: Moderate

Almotriptan and Selegiline: moderate interaction.

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For healthcare professionals — reference only. This page is a brief summary, not medical advice and not a substitute for official labeling or clinical judgement. Always verify before prescribing or dispensing.

Summary

Selegiline is an MAO-B inhibitor that loses selectivity at higher doses, and combining it with a triptan raises a theoretical risk of serotonin syndrome.

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Drug class

Almotriptan
Central Nervous System
Selegiline
Central Nervous System

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