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Antimigraine drugs are used to treat headaches once they have started. These drugs should not be taken to prevent headaches.

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What are antimigraine drugs?

Antimigraine drugs are medicines used to prevent or reduce the severity of migraine headaches.


Who should not take antimigraine drugs?

people with coronary heart disease, circulatory problems, or high blood pressure should not take these medicines unless directed to do so by their physicians.


What interactions may occur with antimigraine drugs?

Sumatriptan (Imitrex), naratriptan (Amerge), rizatriptan (Maxalt) and zolmitriptan (Zomig) may interact with ergotamine. These drugs should not be taken within 24 hours of taking any drug containing ergotamine.


What are the side effects of antimigraine drugs?

fluid retention, flushing; high blood pressure; unusually fast or slow heart rate; numbness; tingling; itching; nausea; vomiting; weakness; neck or jaw pain and stiffness; feelings of tightness, heaviness, warmth, or coldness; sore throat


What medical conditions should you tell your doctor about before using antimigraine drugs?

Coronary heart disease Angina (crushing chest pain) Circulatory problems or blood vessel disease High blood pressure Liver problems Kidney problems Any infection Eye problems.


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