Frova Drug Information

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Frova is a prescription medicine that is used to treat a migraine headache once it starts. This eMedTV article explains how Frova works to relieve migraine symptoms, outlines potential side effects, and offers tips on when and how to take the drug.

As this eMedTV segment discusses, some common Frova side effects can include abnormal sensations, fatigue, and dizziness. This page also takes an in-depth look at some of the more serious and rare side effects of Frova that you need to look out for.

This eMedTV page explores Frova uses, explaining that although Frova is approved to treat migraine headaches once they start, it also has an off-label use to treat cluster headaches. This page also covers how Frova works to relieve migraine symptoms.

This eMedTV Web page explains that there is only one Frova dosage that is taken as soon as possible once a migraine starts. This page also discusses when a second Frova dose may be necessary and covers some tips on taking the medication.

This portion of the eMedTV archives takes a look at potential Frova drug interactions with other medications, such as triptans, certain antidepressants, and MAOIs. This page also covers how some of these interactions may cause dangerous side effects.

This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at several Frova warnings and precautions, such as potential drug interactions, allergic reactions, and the possible risk of dangerous side effects. This page also highlights who should not take Frova.

This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at Frova and heart problems, explaining that people with heart disease should not take Frova. This page also describes some of the risks of taking Frova with heart problems and lists some recommendations.

Frova may not be safe to take when pregnant. This eMedTV article explores Frova and pregnancy, explaining how the FDA classifies Frova as a pregnancy Category C medication and describing how the medication caused harm to the fetus in animal studies.

A patent prevents generic Frova from being manufactured in the US. This eMedTV resource explains that the earliest date a generic Frova could become available is in 2013, when the patent expires, and warns people about fake versions of generic Frova.

Although there are few reported cases of a Frova overdose, it's possible to take too much Frova. This eMedTV segment describes some of the factors that will affect a Frova overdose and highlights some possible treatment options for a recent overdose.

This portion of the eMedTV archives explains that there are several Frova alternatives, including lifestyle changes and other medications. This page also outlines some suggestions on how to improve migraine headaches if Frova does not work for you.