Frovatriptan

Frovatriptan is a prescription medication that has been approved to relieve symptoms of migraine headaches. The medication works by causing the blood vessels in the head to return to their normal state after dilating during a migraine. Before taking frovatriptan, be sure to tell your healthcare provider of any medical conditions you may have, such as heart problems, high blood pressure, or any allergies. There are some possible side effects of frovatriptan, including tingling sensations, dizziness, and fatigue.

 

What Is Frovatriptan?

Frovatriptan succinate (Frova®) is a prescription medication that is used to treat migraine headaches. The drug will not help to prevent migraines, but it can help to treat a migraine that has already started.
 
(Click What Is Frovatriptan Used for? for more information on what frovatriptan is used for, including possible off-label uses.)
 

Who Makes Frovatriptan?

Frovatriptan is made by Endo Pharmaceuticals.
 

How Does Frovatriptan Work?

Frovatriptan is part of a class of migraine medications called 5-HT agonists (more commonly known as "triptans"). During a migraine headache, some of the blood vessels in the head become dilated (wider than they usually are). Frovatriptan works by narrowing these blood vessels, helping them return to their normal state. This action helps to relieve migraine symptoms.
 

Frovatriptan Effects

In studies, 37 to 46 percent of people with migraines had no (or mild) pain within two hours of taking frovatriptan tablets, compared to only 21 to 27 percent of people who did not take frovatriptan.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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