Exam 2: Migraines Flashcards

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____ is a common, recurrent, severe headache that interferes with normal function

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Migraine

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Episodic migraine is ___ monthly migraine days (MMDs) or monthly headaches days (MHDs)

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<15

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Chronic migraine is ____ MHDs for ≥3 months (≥8 days are MMDs)

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≥15

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____ is a complex of positive and negative focal neurologic symptoms that precedes or accompanies an attack

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Aura

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Aura: scintillations def

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Vision with a shimmering, twinkling or wavy effect; vision in the area of the shimmer is impaired

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Aura: Photopsia def

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Flashing lights

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Aura: Telchopsia def

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A transient visual sensation of bright shimmering colors

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Aura: Fortification spectrum def

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Flashing, brightly colored lights in a zigzag pattern that typically start in the middle of the visual field move outward

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Aura: Scotoma def

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a blind spot in the field of vision

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Aura: Hemianopsia def

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blindness or reduction in vision in one half of the visual field

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____ self-sustaining cycle of headache sin which the headache returns when the medication wares off, leading to use more meds which perpetuates the cycle – increased headache freq and med consumption

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Medication overuse headache

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Primary headache types (classifications)

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Sinus
Cluster
Tension
Migraine

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Secondary headache types (classification)

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Head trauma
Stroke
Infections 
Substance abuse/withdrawal
Craniofacial structure disorders
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____ headaches occur usually behind the forehead and/or cheekbones

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Sinus

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____ headaches occur in and around one eye

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Cluster

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____ headache occurs like a band squeezing the head

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Tension

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____ headache usually has pain, nausea, and visual changes

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Migraine

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Tension type headache characteristics

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Over the top of the head, extending to the base of the skull

Varies from diffuse ache to tight, pressing, constricting pain

Gradual

Duration: Min to days

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Migraine Headache characteristics

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Usually unilateral

Throbbing pain, maby be preceded by an aura

Sudden onset

Duration: Hours to 2 days

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Sinus headache characteristics

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Face, forehead or periorbital area

Pressure behind eyes or face, dull bilateral pain – worse in the morning

Simultaneous with sinus symptoms including purulent nasal discharge

Duration: Days (resolves with sinus symptoms)

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Risk factors for migraines

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F > M 
Age 30s-40s
Lower socioeconomic status 
FHx 
Diet (red wine, cured meats) 
Co-morbidities (neurologica disorders, psychiatric disorders, CV disorders)
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Acute Migraine Pathophysiology

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External trigger > neuronal dysfuncton > vasodilation > activation of trigeminal nerves > neuropeptide release > inflammation

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Lifestyle triggers for migraines

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Stress 
Lack of sleep or oversleeping
Fasting/skipping meals
Overexertion
Travel
Caffeine (>200mg/day) or withrdrawal 
Sexual activity.
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Food triggers for migraines

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Chocolate
Processed meats
Fermented and pickled foods
MSG
Tyramine containing foods
ASpartame containing foods
Alcohol
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Environmental triggers of migraines
``` Weather or seasonal changes Bright or flickering lights Strong odors Change in altitude Loud noises ```
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Physical triggers of migraines
Menstruation or other hormonal changes
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Headache usually begins within ___ min of aura
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Acute migraine s/sx
Absence of daily headache Normal neurologic examination FHx migraine Trigger association Throbbing head pain Unilateral (often) Gradual in onset but peaks after minutes to hours Begins most often in early morning hours May last 4-72hrs N/V Sensitivity to light, sound, and/or movement
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T/F: Migraines usually occur at night
False - usually in early morning hours
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Migraine: POUND mnemonic
``` Pulsatile quality One day duration (4-72hrs) Unilateral N/V Disabling ```
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aura positive symptoms
Scintillation Photopsia Teichopsia Fortification spectrum
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Aura negative symptoms
Scotoma | Hemianopsia
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Diagnosis of migraine without aura
At least 5 attacks Headache lasted 4-72hrs At least 2 of the following: -unilateral location, pulsing quality, moderate or severe intensity, aggravation by or avoidance of routine physical activity And 1 of the following -N/V, photophobia, phonophobia, not attributable to another disorder
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Diagnosis of migraine with aura
at least 2 attacks Migraine aura fulfills criteria for typical, hemiphlegic, or basilar-type Not attributable to another disorder Typical aura - fully reversible visual, sensory, or speech symptoms but no motor weakness - homonymous or bilateral visual symptoms or unilateral sensory symptoms including positive or negative features or any combination - at least 2 of the following: at least one symptom that develops gradually over at least 5min or diff symptoms occur in succession in both, each symptom lasts for at least 5 min and for no longer than 60 min, headache that meets criteria for migraine without aura begins during the aura or follows the aura within 60 min
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Migraine non-pharmacologic therapy
``` Cold compresses Rest or sleep Quiet, dark environment Devices Identification and avoidance of triggers Behavioral interventions (relaxation techniques, acupuncture, wellness programs) ```
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Trigger avoidance tips
Migraine logs.
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Non-pharmacological devices for migraines age limits
≥12yo : Nerivio, Spring TMs, gammaCore | ≥18yo: Relivion, Cefaly
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Which non-pharmacological devices for migraines are for treatment only
Nerivio and Relivion MG
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Which non-pharmacological devices for migraines are for treatment and prevention/
Spring TMS, gammaCore, Cefaly
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Goals of Therapy for Acute Migraines
``` Restore ability to function Treat attacks rapidly and consistently Minimize the use of backup/rescue medications Optimize self-care Utilize cost-effective management Cause minimal to no side effects ```
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Who are NOT candidates for self care of migraines
``` Recent trauma Complaints of confusion, drowsiness, cognitive impairment, peripheral numbness/weakness Fever Onset at >50 yo Under age 18 Hx of liver disease or alc abuse ```
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Acute migraines: 2 treatment approaches
STEP-UP: Use of NSAIDs and combination products first, reserving other therapies STRATIFIED CARE: initial migraine treatment is based on symptom severity and headache-related disability
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According to the DISC study, of the 2 treatment approaches of acute migraines, ____ produced better results than ____
Stratified > step care
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5-HT Agonists (Triptans) MOA
Vasoconstriction via activation of postsynaptic 5-HT1B receptors of the smooth muscle of blood vessels Presynaptic 5-HT1D receptors activity leading to blockade of release of vasoactive peptides from the trigeminal neurons Presynaptic 5-HT1D receptors activity leading to blockade of NT and activation of second-order neurons -- may facilitate descending pain inhibitory systems
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Sumatriptan brand name tab
Imitrex
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Sumatriptan brand name nasal spray
Imitrex, Tosymra
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Sumatriptan brand name nasal powder
Onzetra Xsail
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Sumatriptan Brand name SQ injection
Alsuma, Imitrex, Sumavel, Zenbrace Smytouch
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Sumatriptan DDIs
Avoid use w/in 2 weeks of MAOi like isocarboxaid, phenlzine, selegilline, tranylcyp-romine
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Sumatriptan clinical considerations
Max PO dose 50mg with mild-mod hepatic impairment (NOT recommended for severe hepatic impairment) SQ sumatriptan has fastest onset of action (~10min) and has best efficacy data
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Sumatriptan-Naproxen sodium brand name tab
Treximet
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Zolmitriptan brand name
Zomig
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Zolmitriptan dosage forms
Tab, oral dissolving wafer, nasal spray
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Zolmitriptan DDIs
Avoid use w/in 2 weeks MAOis Max single dose 2.5mg and Max total dose 5mg when used with cimetidine
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Zolmitriptan clinical considerations
No renal adj CYP1A2 Max PO dose of 1.25mg (max total dose 5mg) with mod-severe hepatic impairment Avoid ODT and nasal spray in mod-severe hepatic impairment
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Almotriptan brand name
Axert
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Almotriptan dosage form
Tab
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Almotriptan DDI
Reduce dose to 6.25mg when used with potent CYP3A4 inhibitor (like ketoconazole)
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Almotriptan Clinical Considerations
Contains sulfa group (Allergy!) Dose adj for renal/hepatic impairment: start dose 6.25mg max of 12.5mg/24h
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Eletriptan brand name
Replax
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Eletriptab dosage form
Tab
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Eletriptan DDIs
Should not be used within 3 days of potent CYP3A4 inhibitors
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Eletriptan should not be used within ___ days of potent CYP___ inhibitors
3 days of 3A4 inhibitors
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Eletriptan clinical considerations
Avoid use in severe hepatic impairment CYP3A4
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Rizatriptan brand name
Maxalt
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Rizatriptan dosage forms
Tab, oral dissolving wafer
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Rizatriptan DDIs
5mg/dose and max 3 doses/24hrs when used with propranolol Do not use w/in 2 weeks of MAOi
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Which triptan is contraindicated in pts with a sulfa allergy?
Almotriptan
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Which triptans come as oral dissolving wafer?
Zolmitriptan | Rizatriptan
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Frovatriptan brand name
Frova
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Naratriptan brand name
Amarge
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___ is considered less effective than other triptans
Frovatriptan
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Frovatriptan clinical considerations
Considered less effective than other triptans Slower onset and longer duration of action CYP1A2
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Naratriptan clinical considerations
Similar to frovatriptan (Less efficacious and slower onset) Mild-moderate renal impairment start lower dose CI for CrCl <15 Child-Pugh dosing adj Various CYP enzymes
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Triptans contraindication
Hx CAD, angina, vasopastic angina, uncontrolled HTN, cerebrovascular disease, peripheral vascular disease, hemiplegic/basilar migraine, hepatic disease (sumatriptan, zolmitiptan, eletriptan, and naratriptan)
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Triptan ADEs
Fatigue, dizziness, flushing, warm sensations, somnolence, paresthesias, chest/neck symptoms (may go away if you switch triptans or meds) Medication overuse headache
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Triptan DDIs
Within 24 hrs ergot alkaloids within 2 weeks of MAOi Potential for serotonin syndrome (fluoxetine, sertraline, venlafaxine)
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Meds with Serotonin Syndrome
MAOis, trazodone, SSRIs, SNRIs, TCAs, Triptans, Ditans, valproate Tramadol, meperidine 5-HT3 antagonists (ondansetron), metoclopramide Linezolid
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Triptan place in thearpy
Mod-severe mirgaine with no contraindications | Severe migraines which responded poorly to NSAIDs or combo analgesics
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Triptans clinical considerations
Start at low doses for geriatric pts, many have renal/hepatic dose adj 1/3 of pts do not respond to triptan monotherapy If ineffective: increase dose, try another triptan, try another formulation, combo, try diff therapy
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Oral triptan patient education
Onset of action: 20-60min May repeat a dose after a certain amt of time Max dosing
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Ergot-Alkaloids MOA
Non-selective 5-HT1 receptor agonists, α1/2 receptors, DA2 receptors (ergotamine has more peripheral vasoconstriction than dihydroergotamine so there may be more ADEs)
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Ergot-Alkaloids medications
Ergotamine/caffeine Ergotamine Dihydroergotamine
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Ergotamine/caffeine brand
Cafergot | Migergot
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Ergotamine brand name
Ergomar
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Dihydroergotamine brand name
Migranal, Trudhesa, D.H.E 45
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Ergot Alkaloid injection and nasal spray options
Dihydroergotamine
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Which ergot-alkaloids are contraindicated with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors?
Dihydroergotamine
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Ergot-alkalids contraindications
Renal/hepatic failure, coronary, cerebral, or peripheral vascular disease, uncontrolled HTN, sepsis, women who are pregnant or nursing (CATEGORY X)
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Ergot-Alkaloids ADEs
``` N/V/D (consider pretreatment with antiemetics) Abdominal pain Weakness Fatigue Parasthesias Muscle pain Nasal/throat irritation Chest tightness Peripheral ischemia ```
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Ergot-alkaloids DDI
Do not use within 24hrs of triptans
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Erogt-Alkaloids place in therapy
Moderate-severe headache pain
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Ditans MOA
Selective 5-HT1F Agonist - Block neurogenic inflammation in the trigeminal pathway - Doesn’t cause vasoconstriction like Triptans
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Ditan examples
Lasmiditan
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Lasmiditan brand name
Reyvow
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Lasmiditan max dosing
Do not exceed 1 dose in 24hrs
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Lasmiditan DDI
Serotonergic agents | PGP substrates
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Lasmiditan contraindication
None listed
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Ditans place in therapy
Mod-severe migraines with no CIs Severe migraine with poor response to NSAIDs or combo CI or did not tolerate triptans or who have failed 2+ triptans
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Gepants MOA
CGRP receptors antagonists
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CGRP Antagonists examples
Ubrogepant (Ubrelyy) | rimegepant (Nurtec)
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CGRP antagonists option good for pts with nausea
Rimegepant (Nurtec) because it is ODT
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Ubrogepant brand name and dosage form
Ubrely Tablet
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Rimegepant brand name and dosage form
Nurtec | ODT
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Ubrogepant DDI
CI with concomitant strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (ketoconazole, clarithromycin, ritonavir)
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Rimegepant DDIs
Avoid concomitant administration w/strong CYP3A4 inhibitors Avoid concomitant administration w/moderate to strong CYP3A4 inducers Avoid administration w/in 48h of moderate CYP3A inducers Avoid concomitant administration with PGP or BCRP inhibitors
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Gepand ADEs
N/V | Somnolence
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Match gepant with pt education points: 1. Avoid grapefruit juice, may take a second dose at least 2h after initial dose 2. Keep medication blister in the outer aluminum pouch until time to use; allow medication to disintegrate on or under the tongue
1. ubrogepant | 2. rimegepant
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Gepant place in therapy
Mod-severe migraine with no contraindications Severe migraine which responded poorly to NSAIDs or combination analgesics Patients who are contraindicated to or unable to tolerate triptans, or who have failed 2+ triptans
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NSAIDs and Non-opioid analgesic options
APAP/ASA/Caffeine (Excedrin Migraine) ASA Ibuprofen (Motrin) Naproxen (Aleve)
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NSAID DDIs
AntiHTN Tacrolimus ACEi/ARB
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Barbiturate hypnotics MOA
Sedative-hypnotic by enhancing effects of GABA
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Barbiturate hypnotics examples
Fiorinal (ASA/butalbital/caffeine) Fioricet (APAP/butalbital/caffeine)
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Friends dont give friends ___ for migraines
Fiorinal/Fioricet
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Barbiturate hypnotics ADE
Sedation, nausea, dizziness, confusion
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Barbiturate hypnotics DDI
other CNS depressants
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Barbiturate hypnotics place in therapy
Moderate headache | Due to risk of overuse and withdrawal, use should be limited
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Opioid analgesics MOA
Activity on mu, kappa, and delta opioid receptors
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Opioid analgesics examples and dosage form
Butorphanol (Stadol) - nasal spray
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Butorphanol place in therapy
IN, IV, IM as rescue therapy or when other medication options cannot be used; PO may be considered in acute migraine
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Antiemetic Agents examples
Metoclopramide (Reglan) Prochlorperazine (Compazine) Promethazine (Pehenergan) Ondansetron (Zofran)
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Metoclopramide (Reglan) MOA
Dopamine antagonists
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Prochlorperazine (Compazine) MOA
Dopamine antagonist
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Promethazine (Phenergan) MOA
Dopamine antagonists
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Ondansetron (Zofran) MOA
5-HT3 antagonism
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Metoclopramide (Reglan) dosage forms
Inj | ODT
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Prochlorperazine (Compazine) Dosage forms
Tab | Supp
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PRomethazine (Phenergan) Dosage form
Tab | Supp
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Ondansetron (Zofran) Dosage forms
Tab ODT Inj
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Dopamine antagonists DDI
``` QTc prolonging agents Atypical antipsychotics SSRi SNRI TCA ```
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Ondansetrone(Zofran) DDI
Serotonergic agents, QTc prolonging agents
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Which antiemetic agents can be used as monotherapy for intractable headaches?
Metoclopramide (Reglan) | Prochlorperazine (Compazine)
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Which antiemetic agents are less preferred as cannot treat migraine, only N/V ?
Ondansetron (Zofran)
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Antiemetics ADE
Drowsiness, sedation, dysto
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Antiemetics place in therapy
Adjunct in the treatment of N/V associated with migraine Pre-treatment to prevent ergot alkaloid induced N/V Metoclopramide may improve absorption of oral medications by reducing gastroparesis Dopamine antagonists also may be used as monotherapy in intractable headaches (prochlorperazine, metoclopramide)
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Dexamethasone MOA
Anti-inflammatory
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Dexamethasone place in therapy
Rescue therapy for status migrainous | Adjunct to abortive therapy
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Miscellaneous migraine treatment options
Dexamethasone (anti inflammatory) Lidocaine (solution dripped into nostril) Magnesium (IV)
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Established efficacy for acute migraine specific
Triptans Ergotamine derivatives Gepants Lasmiditan
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Established efficacy for acute non-migraine specific
NSAIDs | Combo analgesics
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Probably efficacy for acute migraine specific agents
Ergotamine | Other forms of dihydroergotamine
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Probable efficacy for acute non-migraine specific agents
NSAIDs (flurbiprofen, keoprofen, IV and IM ketorolac) IV magnesium Antiemetics
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Acute migraine special pop: Pregnancy
Increases risk of pre-eclampsia and gestational hypertension Management: - Acetaminophen (pregnancy category C) - NSAIDs in 1st/2nd trimester (pregnancy category C); avoid in 3rd trimester (pregnancy category D) - Metoclopramide IV (pregnancy category B) - AVOID triptans and ergot alkaloids
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Acute migraine special pop: Pediatrics
Limited evidence Management: - APA - Ibuprofen - Rizatriptan - Zolmitriptan nasal spray
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Migraine prophylaxis indications
Pt preference Frequent (>2x/week, ≥10 days/mo triptans, ergots, opioids, combo// ≥15 days/mo nonopioid analgesics) Predictable patterns Sig disability risk of neurologic injury Acute migraine meds not effective, CI, or severe ADE
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For migraine ppx, start with a low dose, titrate up, and try for at least ____ to see full effect (and then determine to maintain or d/c)
2-6 months
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Beta blockers for migraine PPx
Propranolol | Timolol
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Propranolol and timolol ADEs
Drowsiness, fatigue, sleep disturbances, bradycardia, impotence, masking SSX of hypoglycemia
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Propranolol and timolol DDIs
Non-DHP CCB
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Propranolol and timolol clinical considerations: Caution
CHF, PVD, asthma, DM
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Propranolol and timolol clinical considerations: Useful for
Concurrent HTN, angina, anxiety
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Migraine PPX Anti-epileptic drugs
Valproic acid, divalproex sodium | Topiramate
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Migraine PPx: Valproic acid, divalproex sodium: ADEs
Nausea, vomiting, alopecia, tremor, somnolence, weight gain, hepatotoxicity
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Migraine PPx: Valproic acid, divalproex sodium: DDIs
Lamotrigine, estrogen containing hormonal contraceptives, warfarin
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Migraine PPx: Valproic acid, divalproex sodium: Clinical considerations: Cuation
Contraindicated for chronic liver disease and hx of pancreatitis Pregnancy
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Migraine PPx: Valproic acid, divalproex sodium: Clinical Considerations usefl for
seizure or bipolar disorder
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Migraine PPx: topiramate: ADEs
Fatigue, anorexia, diarrhea, weight loss, difficulty with memory, paresthesia
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Migraine PPx: topiramate: DDIs
Other sedating meds
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Migraine PPx: topiramate: Clinical considerations: Caution
Hx of nephrolithiasis, renal/hepatic dysfunction, concurrent oral contraceptives
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Migraine PPx: topiramate: Clinical considerations: Useful for
Concurrent seizure or bipolar disorder
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Which meds would you use for migraine ppx when pt has concurrent seizure or bipolar disorder?
Valproic acid, divalproex sodium | Topiramte
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Which meds would you use for migraine ppx when pt has concurrent HTN, angina, anxiety?
Propranolol | Timolol
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Triptans used for migraine ppx
Frovatriptan, naratriptan, zolmitriptan
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Triptans for migraine PPx useful for
Migraine associated with menses
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Which meds used for migraine ppx are useful for migraine associated with menses?
NSAIDS (naproxen, IBU) and triptans
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Which meds used for migrain ppx are useful for concurrent depression, neuropathy?
Amitriptyline, nortriptyline, venlafaxine, fluoxetine
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Which TCAs are used for migraine ppx
Amitriptyline | Nortriptyline
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Which SNRI are used for migraine ppx
Venlafaxine
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Which SSRI are used for migraine ppx
Fluoxetine
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Which antidepressants for migraine ppx have a DDI with triptans?
SNRI/SSRI (Venlafaxine and fluoxetine)
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Which CCB is used for migraine ppx?
Verapamil (Non-DHP CCB)
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Verapamil DDI
BB | CYP interactions
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Verapamil for migraine ppx useful for
Prolonged aura
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Verapamil for migraine ppx clinical consideration caution for
CHF
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Are Gepants used for migraine ppx?
Yes - rimegepant (ODT) and Atogepant (Tab)
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Anti-CGRP antibodies for migraine ppx: MOA
Monoclonal antibodies that bind to CGRP receptor (erenumab) or CGRP ligand (others) to antagonize CGRP activity
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Migraine PPX: Anti-CGRP Antibodies Medication options
Erenumab-aooe (Aimovig) Fremanezumab-vfrm (Ajovy) Galcanezumab-gnlm (Emgality) Epitnezumab-jjmr (Vyepti)
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Which Anti-CGRP antibodies for migraine ppx has issues with LATEX ALLERGY?
Erenumab-aooe (Aimovig)
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Which Anti-CGRP antibodies is an IV solution?
Vyepti
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Anti-CGRP antibodies ADEs
Injection site reactions (SQ agents), constipation (erenumab), nasopharyngitis (epitnezumab), hypersensitivity (epitnezumab), HTN (erenumab)
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Anti-CGRP Antibodies DDIs
None listed
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Anti-CGRP antibodies: Clinical considerations
More expensive than other options | Reserve use for patients who are unable to tolerate or who have failed ≥2 oral medications with strong evidence
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OnabotulinumtoxinA MOA
blocks neuromuscular transmission by inhibiting release of acetylcholine
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OnabotulinumtoxinA has ___ units in __ injection sides divided across __ specific head/neck muscle areas
155 units 31 injections 7 areas
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OnabotulinumtoxinA: Clinical Considerations ADE
Neck pain, headache
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OnabotulinumtoxinA: Clinical Considerations DDI
Aminoglycosides or other agents impacting neuromuscular transmission, muscle relaxants
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OnabotulinumtoxinA: Clinical Considerations pt education
Avoid operating machinery if the have muscle weakness
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OnabotulinumtoxinA: Clinical Considerations
Indicated for prophylaxis of headaches in adult patients with chronic migraine ≥ 15 days/month with headache lasting ≥4 hours/day) Expensive, and requires in-office administration which is less convenient for patients Reserve use for patients who are unable to tolerate or who have failed ≥2 oral medications with strong evidence (e.g., topiramate, divalproex, BB, TCA, or SNRI)
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Other agents used for migraine ppx
Melatonin | Magnesium
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Melatonin Clinical Considerations for migraine ppx
ADE: Fatigue | Clinical considerations: lack of sleep = tigger? , well tolerated (evidence is promising but still lacking)
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Magnesium Clinical Considerations for migraine ppx
ADE: diarrhea probably efficacy May have benefits of prevention of menstrual related migraine
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Migraine Prophylaxis: Evidence of Efficacy: Established efficacy: Oral options
``` Candesartan Divalproex sodium Frovatriptanf Propranolol Timolol Topirimate Valproate sodium ```
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Migraine Prophylaxis: Evidence of Efficacy: Established efficacy: Parenteral options
``` Eptinezumab Erenumab Fremanezumab Galcanezumab OnabotulinumtoxinAd ```
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Migraine Prophylaxis: Evidence of Efficacy: Probable efficacy: Oral options
``` Amitriptyline Atenolol Lisinopril Memantine Nadolol Venlafaxine ```
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Migraine Prophylaxis: Evidence of Efficacy: Probable efficacy: Parenteral options
OnabotulinumtoxinA + CGRP mAbd,e
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Migraine PPX: menstrual related migraine
Frovatriptan, naratriptan, zolmitriptan
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Migraine PPX: co-morbid obesity/overweight
Topiramte
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Migraine PPX: Headache recurring in predictable pattern
NSAID or triptan at time of vulnerability
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____ are migraines that occur on day -2 to +3 of menstruation at least 2 of three menstrual cycles and at no other time of the cycle
Pure menstrual migraine
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____ migraines that occur on day -2 to +3 of menstruation at least 2 of three menstrual cycles and additionally at other times of the cycle
Menstrual related migraine
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Triptans for menstrual related migraines clinical considerations: Begin ____ PIROR to menstruation and continue for ____
Begin 6 days prior | Continue 5-7 days
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Migraine PPX: If there is not a response after an appropriate trial (≥ ___ weeks on an effective dose) change to another effective medication
8 weeks
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Pharmacological therapy options for migraine ppx
``` Treatment option based on DDI, comorbid conditions, etc NSAIDs Triptans AEDs Antidepressants Magnesium Melatonin CGRP Antagonists (gepants) Anti-CGRP Antibodies OnabotulinumtoxinA ```