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59. Migraine Flashcards

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Most migraines cause ____

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N/V and sensitivity to light and sound

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~1/3 of pts, migraines are preceded or accompanied by ____

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senosory warning symptoms or signs (auras)

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A headache accommpanied by ______ could indicate a serious cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, or infectious event and pts should seek immediate medical attention

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Fever, stiff neck, rash, confusion seizures, double vision, weakness, numbness, chest pain, SOB, or aphasia (trouble speaking)

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The cause of migraines is not well understood. They may be caused by increased neuronal activity, which results in an imbalance of NT (including ____) and/or activation of the trigeminal nerve (with release of _____)
These NT and neuropeptide changes ultimately lead to neurogenic inflammation and vasodilation in cranial blood vessels

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serotonin
calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP)

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A common type of migraine is ____ in women

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Menstrual-associated migraine (MAM)

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Menstrual-associated migraine (MAM) can be treated with ___

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oral contraceptives, estradiol patch or creams to decrease frequency

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Women who has migraine with aura have higher risk for ___ and should not use ___-containing contraceptives

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Stroke
Estrogen-containing contraceptives

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Common migraine triggers

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Hormonal changes in women
Foods - alcohol (esp beer, red wine), aged cheese, chocolate, aspartame, overuse of caffeine, MSG, salty foods, processed foods
Stress
Sensory stimuli - bright lights, sun glare, loud sounds, certain scents
Changes in environment (weather or pressure)

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Migraines can be dx when an adult has at least ___ attacks (not attributed to another disorder) fulfilling the following criteria:
1. headaches last ____ and recur sporadically
2. Headaches have ≥2 of the following characteristics: _____
3. One of the following occurs during the headache: _____

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5 attacks
1. 4-72 hrs
2. unilateral location, pulsating, mod-severe pain, and aggravated (or causing avoidance of) routine physical activity
3. Nausea and/or vomiting, photophobia (sensitivity to light), and phonophobia (sensitivity to sound)

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Natural products used for migraines

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Riboflavin (Vit B12), Magnesium, butterbur, feverfew
Others: peppermint (topical) and coenzyme Q10

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Medication overuse headaches (“rebound”) can result from the overuse of most acute headache medications. To prevent MOH, limit acute treatment meds to ___ times per week.

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2-3x/week

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OTC options for migraines

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Acetaminophen, aspirin, Advil Migraine (contains only ibuprofen), naproxen, and combo products such as Excedrin Migraine (aspirin, APAP, caffeine)

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Rx options for migraines

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Serotonin receptor agonists (triptans), selec=ct CGRP receptor antagonists, ergotamine drugs, NSAIDs (high dose, and lasmiditan

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What medications are not recommended in migraines d/t decreased efficacy, abuse/dependence potential, and risk of rebound headache?

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Butalbital-containing products, opioid, tramadol, and tapentadol

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Triptans MOA

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Selective agonists for the 5-HT1 receptor (vasoconstrict cranial blood vessels)

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What medication is first line for acute treatment for migraines?

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Triptans

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Rizatriptan formulations

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Tablet, ODT

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sumatriptan formulations

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Tablet, SC (autoinjector, prefilled syringe and solution), nasal spray

Imitrex - tablet, nasal spray, SC injection

Imitrex STATdose system, Zembrace SymTouch - SC autoinjector

Onzetra Xsail - nasal powder

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Sumatriptan PO dose frequency

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can repeat x1 after 2 hrs

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Sumatriptan SC Imitrex, Imitrex STATdoes System vs Zembrace SymTouch dose frequency

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Imitrex, Imitrex STATdoes System = repeat x1 after 1 hr
Zembrace SymTouch = can repeat up to 4x/day, wait a minimum of 1 hr between doses

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Sumatriptan intranasal spray vs powder dose frequency

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Spray (Imitrex) = 1 nostril, can repeat x1 after 2 hrs
Powder (Onzetra Xsail) = each nostril, can repeat x1 after 2 hrs

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zolmitriptan (Zomig ZMT) formulations

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Tablet, ODT, nasal spray

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Zomitriptan intranasal dosing frequency

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1 nostril, can repeat x1 after 2 hrs

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Contraindications of triptans

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Cerebrovascular disease (stroke/TIA), uncontrolled HTN, ischemic heart disease, use within 24 hrs of another triptan or ergotamine-type medication

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Warnings for triptans

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Risk of increased BP, serotonin syndrome

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Side effects for triptans

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Paresthesia (tingling/numbness)
Others: dizziness, hot/cold sensations, chest pain/tightness, dry mouth, somnolence, nausea

Triptan sensations (pressure or heaviness in chest or neck region) usually dissipate after administration

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ODTs, nasal sprays, and injection formulations of triptans are useful if ___ is present. Nasal sprays and injections work faster

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Triptan nasal sprays contain __ dose

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1 dose (do not prime)

29
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T/F: Triptan nasal sprays require priming before use

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False - they only contain 1 dose

30
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Sumatriptan/naproxen (Treximet) dispensing requirements

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Protect from moisture, dispense in original container

31
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Rixatriptan (Maxalt-MLT), Zolmitriptan (Zomig ZMT) ODTs contain phenylalanine and should not be used in pts with ___

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phenylketonuria

32
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Which triptans are approved for children and adolescents ≥12 yo? 6-17yo?

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≥ 12 yo: Almotriptan tablets, zolmitriptan nasal spray, and sumatriptan/naproxen (Treximent)
6-17yo: Rizatriptan

33
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Which triptan has the longest half-life?

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Frovatriptan (26 hrs) - considered long-acting but onset is slower

34
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Which triptans are considered long-acting but onset is slower? Typically used if headache recurs after dosing, lasts a long time or can be anticipated (e.g. MAM)

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Frovatriptan and naratriptan

35
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All sumatriptan injections are injected (IV/IM/SC). Preferred site is _____

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SC
Lateral thigh or upper arm

36
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Which triptans come as PO tablets?

37
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Which triptans come as ODT?

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Rizatriptan (Maxalt-MLT)
Zolmitriptan (Zomig ZMT)

38
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Which triptans come as nasal sprays?

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Sumatriptan (Imitrex)
Zolmitriptan (Zomig)

39
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Which triptans come as nasal powders?

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Sumatriptan (Onzetra Xsail)

40
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Which triptans come as SC injection?

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Prefilled syringe - sumatriptan

Autoinjector - sumatriptan (Imitrex STATdose system, Zembrace SymTouch)

41
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Which triptans are contraindicated with MAO inhibitors or within 2 weeks of stopping?

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Sumatriptan, rizatriptan, zolmitriptan

42
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Ergotamine MOA

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Nonselective antagonist of serotonin receptors&raquo_space; causes cerebral vasoconstriction

43
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Dihydroergotamine (D.H.E. 45, Migranal) formulations

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Injection (IM/SC/IV)
Nasal spray

44
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Boxed warning for ergotamine drugs

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Contraindicated with potent CYP3A4 inhibitors d/t life-threatening peripheral ischemia

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Contraindications for ergotamine drugs

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Uncontrolled HTN, ischemic heart disease, pregnancy
Others: angina, MI, peripheral vascular disease, hemiplegic or basilar migraine, renal/hepatic impairment, sepsis, use with pressors/vasoconstrictive drugs, use within 24 hrs of serotonin agonists (triptans) or other ergotamine-type drugs

Dihydroergotamine: avoid use during or within 2 weeks of d/c MAOi

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Warnings for ergotamine drugs

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CV effects (avoid in any pt with baseline risk
Cerebrovascular events
Potentially serious drug interactions
Others: ergotism (intense vasoconstriction resulting in peripheral vascular ischemia and possible gangrene), cardiac valvular fibrosis

47
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T/F: Dihydroergotamine nasal spray requires priming before use

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True - prime by pumping 4 times (do not inhale deeply (to let drug absorb into skin in nose)

48
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___ and ___ are oral CGRP receptor antagonists used for acute treatment. CGRP contributes to vasodilation and neurogenic inflammation in the pathogenesis of migraines; blocking the CGRP receptor helps reduce or eliminate migraine pain

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Rimegepant (Nurtec) - ODT
Ubrogepant (Ubrelvy) - PO

49
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___ is an oral CGRP receptor antagonist approved to treat migraine attacks and ___ is approved to prevent AND treat acute migraine attacks

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Treat only = Ubrogepant (Ubrelvy)
Treat + prevent = rimegepant (Nurtec)

50
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____ is a first-in-class serotonin agonist that is selective for 5-HT1F receptor subtype. Unlike triptans and ergotamine drugs, this drug does not cause vasoconstriction.

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Lasmiditan (Reyvow) - C-V

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___ is a barbiturate found in Fioricet and Fiorinal. Butalbital-containing products are not recommended for treating acute migraines d/t abuse/dependence issues and lower efficacy. Taper when d/c.

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Butalbital

52
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Preventative treatment should be considered who use acute migraine treatments ≥ ___ days/week or ≥ ____ times per month, have migraines that decrease QOL, if acute treatments are ineffective or contraindicated, or requested by pt

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≥2 days/week
≥3 times per month

53
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Which antihypertensives can be used as ppx therapy for migraines?

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Beta-blockers, best evidence with propranolol (Inderal)

54
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Which antiepileptic drugs can be used as ppx therapy for migraines?

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Topiramate (Topamax) and valproic acid

55
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___ causes weight loss in many pts, making it a popular choice for migraine ppx

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Topiramate

56
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2 oral CGRP receptor antagonists approved for ppx of migraines

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Rimegepant (Nurtec and atogepant (Qulipta)
(Note: other CGRP antagonists used for migraine prevention are injectable monoclonal antibodies)

57
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Side effects of valproic acid, divalproex (Depakote)

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Weight gain, thrombocytopenia, increased ammonia, alopecia
Others: N/V, somnolence, tremor, PCOS

58
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Side effects of topiramate (Topamax)

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Weight loss (6-13%), somnolence, cognitive impairment
Others: paresthesia, reduced efficacy of oral contraceptives

59
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Warnings of valproic acid, divalproex (Depakote)

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Fetal harm, hepatic failure, pancreatitis

60
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Warnings of topiramate (Topamax)

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Fetal harm, metabolic acidosis, nephrolithiasis, increased ammonia, open angle glaucoma, and visual field defects, oligohirosis

61
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CGRP receptor antagonist for migraine ppx: Vyepti dosing frequency

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IV every 3 months

62
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CGRP receptor antagonist for migraine ppx: Aimovig dosing frequency

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SC once monthly

63
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CGRP receptor antagonist for migraine ppx: Ajovy dosing frequency

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SC monthly or higher dose SC every 3 months

64
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CGRP receptor antagonist for migraine ppx: Emgality dosing frequency

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Once monthly

65
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Botox is from chronic migraines only (≥ ___ headache days per month)

66
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Onzetra Xsail nasal powder administration notes

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Insert nosepiece deeply into nose and rotate device to place the mouthpiece into your mouth
Blow into device with your mouth for 2-3 seconds to deliver medication into your nose
Repeat for second nostril

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