Triptan Medications

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Triptans are a class of drugs that are prescribed to treat migraines. This eMedTV resource describes the various forms of triptans available, offers general dosage information for the medications, and explains how they work.

Some of the most common side effects of triptans include drowsiness, throat or neck symptoms, and nausea. This eMedTV segment lists other common side effects to look out for and also describes serious problems that may require medical attention.

What are triptans used for? As this part of the eMedTV Web site explains, triptans are used for treating migraine headaches in adults over the age of 18. This article also explains how migraines occur and describes the effects of triptans.

You should not take triptans if you have a history of angina or heart disease. As this eMedTV page explains, knowing the precautions and warnings with triptans can reduce the risk of side effects and help ensure that triptans are suitable for you.

Heart problems may occur with the use of triptans. This eMedTV article further discusses triptans and heart problems, explains how likely it is to develop heart problems while taking this type of drug, and lists people who should avoid triptans.

Triptans may not be safe to use during pregnancy. This eMedTV resource explains that in clinical studies of pregnant animals that were given triptans, problems occurred in unborn fetuses. This article takes a closer look at triptans and pregnancy.