Description
Migard contains frovatriptan, a triptan used to treat the headache phase of a migraine attack once it has started. It does not prevent migraine attacks and is not a general painkiller. Frovatriptan stays active in the body longer than some other triptans, which is why it is sometimes chosen when migraines tend to return after treatment.
Take one 2.5mg tablet with water as soon as the headache begins. A second dose may be taken only if the migraine returns after an initial response, and there is a limit on how much can be taken in 24 hours; if a dose gives no benefit, taking another for the same attack is not advised. Migard is not suitable if you have coronary heart disease, coronary artery spasm, uncontrolled high blood pressure, peripheral vascular disease, or a history of stroke or transient ischaemic attack. Tell your prescriber about antidepressant use or any ergotamine medicine.
- Frovatriptan, a triptan for treating a migraine attack
- 2.5mg tablets taken with water at the start of the headache
- Longer acting than some other triptans
- Not suitable with coronary heart disease or uncontrolled high blood pressure
- A second dose is only for a migraine that returns after responding
- Frequent use can cause medication-overuse headache
