Headache Flashcards
1
Q
What class is Sumatriptan Succinate [Imitrex]?
A
serotonin receptor Agonist
2
Q
Sumatriptan Succinate [Imitrex]: MOA
A
It causes vasoconstriction, diminishes perivascular inflammation
3
Q
Sumatriptan Succinate [Imitrex]: Indication
A
to abort a current migraine and to relieve its symptoms
4
Q
Sumatriptan Succinate [Imitrex] ADRs
A
heavy arms, chest pressure, angina, teratogenesis,
5
Q
Migraine: Preventative medication
A
beta blockers, antiepileptics, tricyclic antidepressants, estrogens, CCB, ACE, B12`
6
Q
Cluster headaches: Treatment
A
Verapamil, lithium, steriods
7
Q
Tension-type headache: Treatment
A
Asa, Acetaminophen