Frovatriptan Tablets

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Frovatriptan is used to treat migraines with or without aura. However, they must not be used to prevent migraines and can only be taken when a migraine starts.

These tablets contain the active ingredient frovatriptan succinate monohydrate, which belongs to a group of medicines called triptans (also known as 5-HT1 receptor agonists). 

How Frovatriptan Tablets work

It’s suggested that migraines are caused by the temporary widening of blood vessels in the head. Frovatriptan works by reducing the widening of these blood vessels, which helps to reduce the symptoms of a migraine.

Directions

Always take Frovatriptan exactly as described in the patient information leaflet or as your doctor / Chemist4U pharmacist has told you. Take Frovatriptan as soon as possible after the onset of a migraine. Do not use this medicine to prevent migraines. The tablet must be swallowed whole with a large glass of water. 

If you feel no relief after the first dose, a second dose must not be taken during the same episode. Frovatriptan may be used for the next attack. If you obtain relief after the first dose but pain re-appears within 24 hours, a second tablet may be taken, provided that you leave at least 2 hours between the two doses. 

Do not exceed the maximum dose of 5mg in 24 hours (i.e. two tablets). Prolonged use (repeated use over several days) of Frovatriptan is not recommended, and may cause an increase in side effects and lead to daily headaches requiring discontinuation of treatment.

Side effects

Like all medicines, Frovatriptan may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Common side effects include: 

• Nausea
• Dry mouth
• Indigestion
• Stomach pain
• Fatigue
• Chest discomfort (feeling of heaviness, pressure or tightness in the chest)
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Pins and needles in arms and legs
• Reduced or increased sensations of touch
• Extreme desire to sleep
• Hot flushes
• Tightness in throat
• Visual disorders
• Increased sweating

For more information on potential side effects, refer to the patient information leaflet. If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.

Serious side effects

Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness. 

A feeling of pressure or pain in the chest, at times intense and could extend to the throat, may appear some minutes after taking Frovatriptan. If you notice these symptoms, contact your healthcare provider and do not take any further doses of this medicine.

Warnings

Frovatriptan may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not take these tablets if you are allergic to Frovatriptan or any of the other listed ingredients. 

These tablets contain a small amount of a sugar called lactose. If you have been told by your healthcare provider that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your healthcare provider before taking Frovatriptan.

Do not take this medicine if you have any of the following:

• If you have a heart problem such as heart failure or chest pains (angina), or have already had a heart attack
• If you have circulation problems in your legs that cause cramp-like pains when you walk (peripheral vascular disease)
• If you have had a stroke or a mini-stroke (also called a transient ischaemic attack or TIA)
• If you have moderate to severe high blood pressure. You may be able to take Frovatriptan if your high blood pressure is mild and is being treated
• If you have severe liver disease

Talk to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this medicine if you are a heavy smoker or taking smoking-cessation medicines, or you are a woman in post-menopause or a man over 40 years of age.

Using/taking other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines. Do not take this medicine at the same time as certain medicines, such as:

• Ergotamine and ergotamine derivatives (including methysergide), sumatriptan or other 5-HT1 receptor agonists; a period of at least 24 hours must be observed between stopping these medicines and taking Frovatriptan
• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI) type medicines used to treat depression (iproniazid, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine, moclobemide). 

Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking oral contraceptives (the pill) or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (citalopram, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, paroxetine, sertraline).

Taking Frovatriptan together with St John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) is not recommended. 

The combination of Frovatriptan with the above medicines (particularly monoamine oxidase inhibitors, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors and St John's Wort) may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (the symptoms of this syndrome include: chills, sweating, agitation, muscle tremor and spasm, nausea, fever and confusion).

Age restrictions 

You must be 18 years and over to be able to take Frovatriptan.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Frovatriptan is not recommended for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist for advice before taking any new medicine. 

Food and drink

Frovatriptan may be taken with or without food, and always with plenty of water.

Driving and operating machinery 

Either the symptoms of a migraine or Frovatriptan may make you drowsy. If you’re affected, do not drive or use any tools or machines.

Storage information

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place out of sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date, referring to the last day of the month stated on the packaging. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.

Important information

This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk

If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.

Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.

Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.

Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.