When and How to Take Frovatriptan
Some general considerations for when and how to take frovatriptan include:
- Frovatriptan should be taken by mouth as soon as possible once a migraine starts.
- Swallow frovatriptan tablets whole with a drink of water or other fluids.
- If your headache comes back or does not go away, your healthcare provider may recommend taking a second dose of frovatriptan after waiting at least two hours after the first dose. Let your healthcare provider know if frovatriptan does not work completely after one dose.
- For frovatriptan to work properly, you have to take it as prescribed. Frovatriptan will not work if you stop taking it.
There is only one dose of frovatriptan. However, your healthcare provider may recommend taking more than one dose (after waiting at least two hours) if your headache does not go away.
Frovatriptan Side Effects
As with any medicine, there are possible side effects with frovatriptan. However, not everyone who takes frovatriptan will experience side effects. In fact, most people tolerate the medication well. When frovatriptan side effects occur, in most cases they are minor and either require no treatment or can easily be treated by you or your healthcare provider.
The most common side effects of frovatriptan include:
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Headaches
- Abnormal sensations, such as tingling, burning, or pricking (paresthesia)
- Flushing (redness of the skin, especially of the face)
- Dry mouth
- Hot or cold sensations
- Bone pain
- Upset stomach or heartburn
- Chest pain.
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